Sopapillas

By yollymg

Ingredients

• 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 2/3 cup water
• Oil for deep-fat frying
• Honey

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the dry ingredients; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until mixture holds together.

On a lightly floured surface, knead dough for 1-2 minutes or until smooth. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Roll out to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. star cookie cutter or into 2-1/2-in. triangles.

In an electric skillet or deep fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry sopaipillas for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and puffed. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with honey.

Yield: 1 dozen.