Classic Fried Sopapillas Honey (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
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1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon warm water
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Oil for frying
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Powdered sugar and honey for serving (or cinnamon sugar)
# Instructions:
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Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the shortening and cut it in with forks or a pastry blender. Gradually stir in water until the mixture comes together. Knead the dough in the bowl for a few minutes until smooth.
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Cover the bowl tightly and allow the dough to rest for 20 minutes.
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Add about 1-2 inches of oil to a medium saucepan over medium heat.
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Roll dough into a square about 1/8-inch thick. Cut three strips vertically and horizontally to make 9 pieces.
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Once the oil is hot, use tongs to lay a square of dough very carefully into the hot oil. It will sink to the bottom and then begin to float to the top of the oil. Once it floats to the top, lightly spoon hot oil over the top of it as it cooks, which will help it to pillow-up. Cook for about 30 seconds, then flip to the other side and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
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Dust with powdered sugar and a drizzle of honey, or sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
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Store leftover sopapillas at room temperature for 1-2 days.