Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Bolinho de Chuva (Bolinho de chuva)
A traditional Brazilian treat, these light and fluffy fried dough balls are the perfect comfort food for teatime. Simple, quick, and easy to prepare.
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Ingredients
2 eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for dusting)
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup sugar (for dusting)
Vegetable oil for deep frying (approx. 500 ml to 1 liter)
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for dusting)
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup sugar (for dusting)
Vegetable oil for deep frying (approx. 500 ml to 1 liter)
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
Find these pantry staples at local markets such as Shoprite or Chipiku Stores. Look for all-purpose flour and refined sugar in the baking aisle. Use a neutral vegetable oil suitable for deep frying.
Preparation method
- Crack the 2 eggs into a large mixing bowl.
- 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 smooth and well-combined.
- Gradually add the 2 1/2 cups of flour, stirring continuously to incorporate and ensure no lumps remain.
- The batter should be creamy and slightly thick, falling slowly from the spoon.
- Gently fold in the tablespoon of baking powder, stirring just enough until fully incorporated.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- In a deep pot, heat a generous amount of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Ensure there is enough oil so the dough balls can float freely.
- 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 slowly to the surface, the oil is at the ideal temperature.
- Use two spoons to shape small portions of the batter into balls.
- Carefully drop the dough portions into the hot oil, frying only a few at a time to maintain oil temperature and ensure even browning.
- Fry the dumplings until they are golden brown on all sides.
- Turn them during the frying process if necessary to achieve a uniform color.
- Remove the fried dumplings with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- In a shallow dish, combine the 1 cup of sugar with the 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- Roll the dumplings in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while they are still warm.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Observations
Bolinhos de chuva are a cherished staple in Brazilian households, loved for their comforting simplicity and nostalgic appeal. They serve as the ideal companion for a fresh cup of tea or coffee, bringing a cozy, homemade touch to your afternoon break.
This recipe is beginner-friendly, requiring only pantry staples and a straightforward preparation method. The result is a batch of golden, crispy bites that are soft on the inside, finished with a classic dusting of cinnamon sugar that everyone loves.
This recipe is beginner-friendly, requiring only pantry staples and a straightforward preparation method. The result is a batch of golden, crispy bites that are soft on the inside, finished with a classic dusting of cinnamon sugar that everyone loves.
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