Ingredients
2 c. unsifted all-purpose flour plus more for rolling out the dough
1 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 c. warm water
2 tbsp. vegetable oil plus more for frying
2 tbsp. milk
Warmed honey (optional)
Ground cinnamon (optional)
Fine sea salt (optional)
Preparation
Step 1Mix the flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar in a medium bowl. Stir in the water, 2 tablespoons oil, and the milk with a wooden spoon, mixing until a dough forms. Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 3 minutes. Cover dough with a bowl and let rest 15 minutes.Step 2Heat 2 inches vegetable oil in a deep large saucepan over medium-high heat until the oil registers 375 degrees on a deep-fat thermometer. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each out on a lightly floured surface to a 5-inch round. Fry the sopaipillas, two at a time, until puffed and golden, about 30 seconds. Turn each over and fry until golden. Drain on paper towels. While hot, drizzle with honey or sprinkle with cinnamon or salt. Serve warm.Nutritional information is based on one serving, without honey or seasoning
