Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRio Grande Mexican RestaurantCrispy Sopapilla Recipe

Crispy Sopapilla Recipe

Time1h
Serves10

Tortilla dough, lightly fried & puffy, cinnamon, sugar

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Ingredients

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Topping Ingredients

Method

Preparation Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the vegetable oil and mix until crumbly. Gradually add water, kneading until a smooth dough forms. Cover with a towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Roll Out the Dough

    After resting, divide the dough into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a thin circle (about 1/8 inch thick) on a lightly floured surface.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).

  4. 4

    Fry the Sopapillas

    Carefully place one dough circle into the hot oil. Fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Add Cinnamon Sugar

    In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. While the sopapillas are still warm, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over them generously.

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