Description
Learn to make delicious Chilean pumpkin sopaipillas with honey! Perfectly crispy and sweet, these traditional treats are a wonderful addition to any meal. Enjoy the taste of Chile in your own home with this easy recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups flour (+¼ cup for kneading): Forms the base of the dough.
- 400 grams pumpkin (or 1 cup pumpkin puree): Adds moisture and flavor.
- 3 tablespoons melted butter: Provides richness and prevents cracking.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder: Helps the dough rise slightly.
- ½ teaspoon salt: Enhances the overall flavor.
- Honey (to taste): Adds sweetness when drizzled on the finished sopaipillas.
- Oil (for frying): Necessary for frying the dough to a crispy texture.
Instructions
- Boil the pumpkin until fork-tender. Strain and reserve some of the water. Let the pumpkin cool completely and smash until you get a smooth puree.
- In a big bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Slowly add the melted butter and pumpkin puree while folding with a spatula. Integrate the dough and use your hands for a better result.
- If the dough is too sticky, add more flour. If too dry, add some pumpkin water. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
- On a floured surface, knead the dough until it is bouncy and no longer sticky. Flatten it with a rolling pin.
- Cut circles using a cookie cutter or a glass. Pierce the surface with a fork to allow air to escape.
- Fry the dough rounds until golden and crispy. Let them rest on absorbent paper after frying.
- Serve with a drizzle of honey.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey.
- Store sopaipillas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in an oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to regain crispiness. Avoid microwaving, which can make them soggy.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chilean
Keywords: Chilean pumpkin fritters, pumpkin sopaipillas, Chilean dessert