Sopaipillas - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. shortening
3/4 c. cold water
oil (for frying)

Preparation

Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
Cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mealy.
Add water, a tablespoon at a time, and toss with a fork to blend.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth.
Roll out as thin as possible. Cut into 2 or 3-inch squares and fry in hot oil, 370\u00b0, until puffed and browned.
Makes 20 to 30, depending on size.
Serve warm with cinnamon sugar or syrup, if desired.