Brazilian recipe
Classic Fluffy Fried Dough Bites (Bolinho de chuva)
A quintessential Brazilian comfort food, these golden, fluffy dough bites are the perfect partner for an afternoon chai or coffee, made with simple pantry staples.
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Ingredients
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for dusting)
1/2 cup granulated white sugar
1 cup granulated white sugar (for dusting)
Vegetable oil for deep-frying (approx. 500 ml to 1 liter)
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for dusting)
1/2 cup granulated white sugar
1 cup granulated white sugar (for dusting)
Vegetable oil for deep-frying (approx. 500 ml to 1 liter)
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these pantry essentials at your local Kirana store or supermarket. Ensure you use refined all-purpose flour (maida) for the best texture. If you prefer, you may substitute vegetable oil with sunflower oil or any neutral-tasting cooking oil with a high smoke point.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, crack the 2 eggs.
- Add the 1/2 cup of sugar and the 1 cup of milk.
- Whisk thoroughly with a wire whisk or fork until the mixture is uniform.
- Gradually add the 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly to incorporate and ensure there are no lumps.
- The batter should reach a creamy, slightly thick consistency, dropping slowly from the spoon.
- Fold in the 1 tablespoon of baking powder, mixing gently only until just incorporated.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- In a deep, heavy-bottomed pot, heat a generous amount of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Ensure there is enough oil so that the dough bites can float freely without touching the bottom.
- Heat the oil until it reaches approximately 180°C.
- To test the temperature, drop a tiny piece of batter into the hot oil.
- If it bubbles and rises to the surface steadily, the oil is at the ideal frying temperature.
- Use two spoons to shape small portions of the batter.
- Carefully drop the batter portions into the hot oil, frying only a few at a time to maintain the oil temperature and ensure even browning.
- Fry the bites until they are golden brown on all sides.
- Turn them during the frying process if needed to ensure an even color.
- Remove the fried bites with a slotted spoon and transfer them onto paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- In a shallow dish, combine the 1 cup of sugar with the 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- While the bites are still warm, toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy while fresh.
Observations
Bolinho de chuva are a staple of Brazilian tea-time, beloved for their humble origins and comforting, nostalgic flavor. They serve as the ideal accompaniment to a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea, bringing a warm, homemade touch to your afternoon snack break.
This recipe is exceptionally beginner-friendly, relying on common kitchen basics and an uncomplicated method. The result is a batch of perfectly golden, crisp-on-the-outside and light-on-the-inside morsels, finished with a classic dusting of cinnamon sugar that is universally enjoyed.
This recipe is exceptionally beginner-friendly, relying on common kitchen basics and an uncomplicated method. The result is a batch of perfectly golden, crisp-on-the-outside and light-on-the-inside morsels, finished with a classic dusting of cinnamon sugar that is universally enjoyed.
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