Buñuelos Crispy Fried Dough

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to combine all the dry ingredients evenly.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined. Slowly pour the milk and egg mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring continuously.

3. Add the melted butter to the dough mixture and knead it until it forms a smooth dough. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour until it is manageable.

4. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for about 30 minutes to allow it to relax and become easier to work with.

5. After the dough has rested, take small pieces of the dough and roll them out on a floured surface into thin rounds, approximately 5 inches in diameter.

6. In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot enough by dropping a small piece of dough into the oil. If it sizzles and floats to the top, the oil is ready.

7. Carefully place the rolled-out dough rounds into the hot oil, one at a time. Fry each Buñuelo for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.

8. Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried Buñuelos from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

9. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined. While the Buñuelos are still warm, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top of each one, ensuring they are evenly coated.

10. Serve the Buñuelos warm and enjoy the crispy, sweet goodness of these traditional Mexican Christmas treats with your loved ones.