Sopaipillas(Fried Biscuit Puffs) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. shortening
2/3 c. lukewarm water
fat for frying
honey or sugar and cinnamon

Preparation

Stir together flour, baking powder and salt.
Cut in the shortening until mixture resembles cornmeal.
Gradually add the water, stirring with a fork (dough will be crumbly).
Turn onto floured surface; knead into small ball.
Divide dough in half. Let stand for 10 minutes.