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Bunuelos

Crispy Vegan Bunuelos: Your New Favorite Holiday Treat

Enjoy these delightful vegan bunuelos, light and crispy fried fritters perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 bunuelos
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can use gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1/4 cup Coconut oil (refined) Can substitute with avocado or vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup Warm water
For Frying
  • 2 inches Neutral vegetable oil Options include canola, peanut, or corn oil
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Cane sugar Unrefined keeps it vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Ceylon cinnamon is recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Deep skillet
  • thermometer
  • Knife
  • Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Bunuelos
  1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in melted coconut oil and warm water until a slightly tacky dough forms.
  2. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 10-15 minutes until smooth and elastic. Form into a ball and cover with a damp towel.
  3. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes, then cut into 8 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and cover again.
  4. Flatten each dough ball to about 1/16 inch thickness using a tortilla press or rolling pin.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet between 350-375°F. Fry each disc for about 30-45 seconds on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove from oil, let drain on paper towels, and coat with a mixture of cane sugar and ground cinnamon. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunuelosCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve bunuelos immediately after coating in cinnamon-sugar for maximum crispiness.

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