Sopaipillas Veganas

Sopaipillas Veganas are light, fluffy, and slightly sweet Mexican pastries, perfect for a delightful dessert. These vegan treats are deep-fried to golden perfection and can be enjoyed with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar or drizzled with agave syrup.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 1 cup
• baking powder - 1 tsp
• salt - 1/4 tsp
• coconut oil - 2 tbsp (melted)
• warm water - 1/4 cup
• cinnamon - 1 tsp (for dusting)
• sugar - 2 tbsp (for dusting)
• agave syrup - for drizzling (optional)
• oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add the melted coconut oil and warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
4. Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into squares or circles.
6. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat, about 5 cm deep.
7. Fry the dough pieces in batches until they puff up and turn golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Remove the sopaipillas from the oil and drain on paper towels.
9. Mix the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl, then sprinkle over the warm sopaipillas.
10. Serve immediately, drizzled with agave syrup if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Low in cholesterol, making it heart-healthy.
• Contains coconut oil, which may provide healthy fats.

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