Sopapillas with Dulce de Leche Sauce

By AzWench

Ingredients

• Sopapillas:
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 Tbsp sugar
• 1-1/2 tsp salt
• 4 Tbsp vegetable shortening
• 1-1/2 cup warm water
• Oil, for frying
• Dulce de Leche Sauce:
• 1 (13.4 oz) can dulce de leche
• 3/4 cup heavy cream

Preparation

Step 1

To make the sauce, place all the ingredients into a medium-sized saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wire whisk, until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Remove from the heat set aside to cool.

To make the sopapillas, sift the dry ingredients together into a large mixing bowl. Add the shortening and water and use your hands to work the mixture into a soft dough. Make sure all ingredients are completely incorporated. Divide the dough into two equal pieces. Form each into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap. Place the dough in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 or 3 hours, or overnight.

Preheat a fryer or stockpot with oil to 375°F.