The Buñuelos Recipe

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The Buñuelos Recipe

Learn how to make the Classic Colombian Pastry!

A fried fritter, a hole-less donut, whatever they are, Buñelos are a favorite across Latin America starting in Spain and taken all over the world, from North Africa to Anatolia and beyond. Here is a quick recipe to make the pastry the classic Colombian way. Make enough to share; buñuelos run out fast!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 cups cassava (yuca) starch
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup finely grated white cheese (queso costeño or feta)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Mix Ingredients:

  • In a bowl, combine the cassava starch, cornstarch, sugar, and baking powder.
  • Add in the grated cheese, eggs, milk, and melted butter. Mix until a smooth dough forms.

Shape Dough:

  • Roll your dough into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

Heat Oil:

  • Separately, heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).

Fry Buñuelos:

  • Fry your dough balls in the hot oil until they become golden brown and puffed, which typically takes about 5-7 minutes. Turn occasionally for even cooking.

Drain and Serve:

  • Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Your Colombian Buñuelos are ready to enjoy! Tip: brew up some coffee to go with your pastries.