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buñuelos recipe with tortillas

Buñuelos Recipe with Tortillas: The Crispy, 15-Minute Cinco de Mayo Treat


  • Author: Sima
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, golden buñuelos made with flour tortillas, lightly fried and coated in cinnamon sugar for an easy, traditional-style dessert.


Ingredients

  • Flour tortillas
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Granulated sugar
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Honey or syrup (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  • 1. Cut the flour tortillas into quarters or desired shapes.
  • 2. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
  • 3. Fry tortilla pieces in batches until golden and crispy.
  • 4. Remove buñuelos from oil and drain on paper towels.
  • 5. Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
  • 6. While still warm, toss buñuelos in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • 7. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • 8. Serve warm, drizzled with honey or syrup if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh flour tortillas for the best texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to keep oil temperature steady.
  • Buñuelos are best enjoyed immediately while crisp.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: buñuelos, tortilla dessert, cinnamon sugar, fried tortillas