Mexican Doughboys

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Mexican Doughboys, a delightful treat that’s golden, fluffy, and coated in fragrant cinnamon sugar. This recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and butter to create a soft, slightly sticky dough that fries to perfection in hot oil, puffing up into crispy-yet-tender bites. The finishing touch? A generous roll in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mix that adds a warm, comforting flavor to every bite. Perfect as a dessert, snack, or party indulgence, these handmade doughboys are quick to prepare—just 20 minutes of prep time with a short 15-minute cook time—and best served warm with optional honey or chocolate sauce for dipping. This fried pastry recipe is a must-try for fans of churros or sopapillas looking to enjoy a fun twist on a Mexican-inspired favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 teaspoons cinnamon
• 0.5 cups extra granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Lightly flour a clean work surface and knead the dough for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 5

Using a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass, cut circles out of the dough (approximately 3 inches in diameter). Gather scraps, re-roll, and cut more dough until all is used up.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.

Step 7

Carefully drop 2-3 dough circles at a time into the hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and puffed up. Remove using a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 8

In a shallow bowl, mix the cinnamon and extra granulated sugar together.

Step 9

While the doughboys are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until thoroughly coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately, either plain or with honey or chocolate sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1597.7 grams (1597.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10152

Total Fat 985.00g	1263%
Saturated Fat 152.80g	764%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 304mg	101%
Sodium 2713mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 325.60g	118%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 134.50g
Protein 37.70g	75%

Vitamin D 134IU	672%
Calcium 317mg	24%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 622mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.9%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 12.6%