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Sopaipillas with Honey and Cinnamon Sugar

Source: Southern U.S. Cuisine

2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon heavy cream
2 tablespoons warm water
cinnamon sugar
honey

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar; stir until blended. Stir in oil, cream, and water. Knead to make a soft dough; turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
Dough will be sticky. Cover with dish cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.

Heat about 3 inches of oil in a heavy saucepan or deep fryer to 375°. Roll dough into a rectangle about 12 x 9 inches and 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 3-inch squares. Carefully add squares to the hot oil, 2 or 3 at a time. Use a fork to press down into the oil so they'll puff. Fry until golden brown, turning once. Drain well.

Makes about 2 dozen sopaipillas.