Bolinho de Chuva (Brazilian Cinnamon Sugar Fritters)

Ingredients

• •1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• •2 tsp baking powder
• •3 tbsp granulated sugar
• •2 eggs, large
• •1/2 cup whole milk
• •1 tsp vanilla extract
• •1 pinch pinch of salt
• •3 cups vegetable oil, for frying
• •1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
• •1 tsp ground cinnamon, for rolling

Directions

1. 1Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
2. 2Beat in eggs, milk, and vanilla until a smooth, thick batter forms — it should be scoopable, not pourable.
3. 3Heat oil in a deep saucepan to 350°F (175°C); test with a small drop of batter — it should sizzle and float immediately.
4. 4Mix cinnamon sugar together in a shallow bowl and set aside.
5. 5Drop heaping teaspoons of batter into hot oil in batches of 6-8, being careful not to crowd the pan.
6. 6Fry, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon, until deep golden all over, about 3 minutes per batch.
7. 7Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate for 30 seconds.
8. 8While still warm, roll each fritter in cinnamon sugar to coat generously and serve immediately.

💡 The batter should be just thick enough to hold its shape on a spoon — if it's too runny, add flour a tablespoon at a time. These are best eaten within 20 minutes of frying. For a fun variation, tuck a small cube of cream cheese or banana slice into the center of each before frying.

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