Delicious Spanish Rosquillas: Fried Pastry Delights
These delightful Spanish Rosquillas are not just ordinary fried cakes; they are a warm, fragrant dessert that fills your kitchen with a heavenly aroma. Perfect for any occasion, these little cakes boast a light and tender texture, and their irresistible sweetness makes them a favorite among family and friends. With their charming shape and dusting of confectioners' sugar, they make a beautiful presentation for gatherings or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea. Simply mix, fry, and enjoy—creating batches is easy, and you'll love sharing these delightful pastries with your loved ones.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup (sifted)
granulated sugar
1/3 cup (none)
egg
1 (beaten)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (none)
vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon (none)
soft butter
2 tablespoons (softened)
hot butter or margarine
for frying (melted)
confectioners' sugar
for dusting (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by sifting the flour into a mixing bowl.
2
Add in the granulated sugar, egg, baking powder, vanilla extract, and soft butter.
3
Using a wooden spoon, mix the ingredients until a firm dough forms; don’t worry if it seems a bit sticky.
4
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and place it in a warm area to allow the dough to rise slightly for about 15-20 minutes.
5
Once the dough has risen, lightly flour your hands and shape it into small circular discs or half moons, each about the size of a silver dollar. Ensure they are spread evenly for uniform cooking.
6
In a large skillet, heat hot butter or margarine over medium heat until it sizzles.
7
Carefully place the shaped dough into the hot fat, frying them for about 4 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown. Handle gently to avoid burning.
8
Once cooked, remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
9
Dust generously with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm, then serve immediately and relish the joy of homemade Spanish Rosquillas!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spanish Rosquillas?
Spanish Rosquillas are delightful fried pastry cakes known for their warm, fragrant aroma and light, tender texture.
What is the aroma of this recipe?
This recipe fills your kitchen with a heavenly and fragrant aroma as the pastries fry.
What texture do Rosquillas have?
These fried cakes boast a light and tender texture that is irresistibly sweet.
Are these good for coffee or tea?
Yes, they make a beautiful presentation for an afternoon treat when served with coffee or tea.
How do I start the recipe?
Begin by sifting one cup of all-purpose flour into a mixing bowl.
What ingredients are mixed with the flour?
You mix in granulated sugar, a beaten egg, baking powder, vanilla extract, and soft butter.
What tool should I use to mix the dough?
The recipe recommends using a wooden spoon to mix the ingredients until a firm dough forms.
Is it okay if the dough feels sticky?
Yes, you should not worry if the dough seems a bit sticky during the mixing process.
How do I prepare the dough for rising?
Cover the mixing bowl with a clean kitchen towel and place it in a warm area.
How long does the dough need to rise?
Allow the dough to rest and rise slightly for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Should I flour my hands when shaping the dough?
Yes, lightly flour your hands once the dough has risen to make shaping easier.
What shapes can I make with the Rosquillas?
You can shape the dough into small circular discs or half moons.
How big should each pastry be?
Each piece of dough should be approximately the size of a silver dollar.
Why should I spread the dough pieces evenly?
Ensuring they are spread evenly helps achieve uniform cooking in the skillet.
What kind of pan is needed for frying?
A large skillet is best for heating the fat and frying the dough.
What should I use for frying fat?
You can use either hot butter or margarine for frying the pastries.
What is the correct frying temperature?
Heat the butter or margarine over medium heat until it sizzles before adding the dough.
How long do I fry the dough on each side?
Fry the shaped dough for about 4 minutes on each side.
What color should they be when finished?
The Rosquillas should be fried until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
How do I prevent them from burning?
Handle the dough gently and monitor the heat carefully to avoid burning during the 4-minute frying cycle.
How do I remove excess oil?
Once cooked, remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to absorb any extra oil.
When should I apply the confectioners' sugar?
Dust them generously with confectioners' sugar while the pastries are still warm.
How much flour is required for this recipe?
You will need 1 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is in the dough?
The dough requires 1/3 cup of granulated sugar.
How many eggs are needed?
This recipe calls for 1 beaten egg.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
What type of butter is needed for the dough?
You should use 2 tablespoons of soft butter in the dough mixture.
How much vanilla extract is added?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Can I serve these immediately?
Yes, it is recommended to serve them immediately after dusting with sugar to enjoy them warm.
Is this a good recipe for sharing?
Absolutely, they are perfect for gatherings and sharing with family and friends.