Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 3/4 cup warm water
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Honey, for drizzling
Directions
- In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the warm water until a soft dough forms. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes.
- On a floured surface, roll the dough out to a 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch squares.
- Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Carefully add the sopapillas, a few at a time, and fry until golden and puffy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle the sopapillas with the sugar mixture and drizzle with honey. Serve warm.
Interesting Facts
- Sopapillas are a traditional Mexican dish that originated in the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico.
- Sopapillas can be served as a dessert or as a savory dish with various fillings.
- The name “sopapilla” comes from the Spanish words “sopa” (soup) and “pilla” (pillow), which is a reference to their pillow-like shape.
