Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa Media LunaSopapilla With Ice Cream Recipe

Sopapilla With Ice Cream Recipe

Inspired by La Media Luna
Time1h
Serves4

Make Sopapilla With Ice Cream Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well until evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Add the vegetable oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Stir the mixture until a soft dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.

Frying

  1. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 5

    Roll Out the Dough

    After resting, divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a golf ball). Roll each ball out into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.

  3. 6

    Fry the Sopapillas

    Carefully place the rolled dough into the hot oil. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they puff up and turn golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Sopapillas

    Place the fried sopapillas on a serving plate.

  2. 8

    Add Ice Cream

    Top each sopapilla with a scoop of ice cream.

  3. 9

    Drizzle with Syrup

    Drizzle honey or chocolate syrup over the ice cream and sopapillas.

  4. 10

    Optional Cinnamon

    Sprinkle cinnamon on top for added flavor if desired.

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