Cheese Bunuelos (Cheese Puffs)

Bunuelos are a popular snack in many Latin American countries and are often enjoyed during holidays and celebrations.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Cheese Bunuelos (Cheese Puffs)

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Latin American Courses: Any, Appetizer Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 cup Grated cheese
• as needed for frying Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together.
3. Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring well.
4. Stir in the grated cheese.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
7. Remove the bunuelos from the oil and drain on paper towels.
8. Let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.
9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.