Bolinho de Chuva (Cinnamon Sugar Fritters)

Name: Bolinho de Chuva (Cinnamon Sugar Fritters)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating); 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Light, pillowy Brazilian drop doughnuts rolled in cinnamon sugar while still hot, named for the little rain drops of batter that sizzle into the oil. A quick pantry dessert ready in under 30 minutes.

30 minEasyServes 6220 cal/serving

BrazilianDessertStovetopVegetarianLow CarbLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
2 tsp ground cinnamon
4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1

Whisk 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt together in a large bowl.
2

In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs with 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter) and 1 tsp vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in 1/2 cup whole milk.
3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until a thick, sticky batter forms. Do not overmix.
4

In a wide shallow bowl, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating) with 2 tsp ground cinnamon and set aside.
5

Heat 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying) in a deep heavy saucepan over medium heat to 350°F (175°C). Using two spoons, carefully drop rounded tablespoons of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches of 6-8, turning once, for 2-3 minutes until puffed and deep golden brown.
6

Remove with a slotted spoon and immediately roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat all sides. Serve warm.

Questions

Can I make Bolinho de Chuva (Cinnamon Sugar Fritters) dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1/2 cup whole milk. Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Bolinho de Chuva (Cinnamon Sugar Fritters) gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Bolinho de Chuva (Cinnamon Sugar Fritters) keep?

Keep it covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days.

Can I halve or double Bolinho de Chuva (Cinnamon Sugar Fritters)?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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