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Buñuelos de Viento

Light and airy fritters fried until golden brown and dusted with powdered sugar. These delicate pastry puffs expand during frying to create a hollow, soft interior.

35 minMediumServes 6240 cal/serving

SpanishDessertStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyNut-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 1 cup water, 1/4 cup cubed unsalted butter, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until a dough ball forms and pulls away from the sides.

  3. 3

    Remove saucepan from heat and cool for 5 minutes, then beat in 4 beaten large eggs one at a time until smooth.

  4. 4

    Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350 degrees F, drop small spoonfuls of dough into hot oil, and fry until puffed and golden brown on all sides.

  5. 5

    Drain fritters on paper towels and dust generously with 1/4 cup powdered sugar before serving.

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Questions

What is Buñuelos de Viento?

Light and airy fritters fried until golden brown and dusted with powdered sugar. These delicate pastry puffs expand during frying to create a hollow, soft interior. This reference files it under Spanish dessert: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 35 minutes start to finish.

How hot should the oil be for Buñuelos de Viento?

For Buñuelos de Viento, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

What should Buñuelos de Viento look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until puffed and golden brown on all sides.

Can I make Buñuelos de Viento gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Buñuelos de Viento is 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted. 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.

Does Buñuelos de Viento contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Buñuelos de Viento?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 240 calories, with 5 g protein, 22 g carbohydrate and 15 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 130 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Buñuelos de Viento?

It is not a good candidate. Keep Buñuelos de Viento covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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