- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 200 kcal
Quick summary
“The bolinhos de chuva are a savory delight easy to make and perfect to please everyone. Besides being tasty, these crunchy balls are a practical option to please at parties and family gatherings.”
What you need to know
- É uma receita salgada, mas leva açúcar e açúcar para polvilhar no final
- A massa é formada misturando farinha, açúcar, ovos e leite
- Fritar até que fiquem douradas de ambos os lados
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- Oil for frying
- Sugar and cinnamon for sprinkling
Instructions
Principal
- In a bowl, mix the wheat flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- Add the eggs and milk gradually, stirring until a homogeneous dough is formed.
- Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- With the help of a spoon, take portions of the dough and fry, placing them in the hot oil.
- Fry until golden on both sides, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the balls and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- When they are still hot, sprinkle sugar and cinnamon to taste.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by coffee or tea.
Chef's tips
- Use farinha de trigo de boa qualidade para obter um bom resultado
- Não frite muitos bolinhos de uma vez, para que o óleo fique quente
- Verifique a textura da massa antes de começar a fritar
Variations
- Adicionar queijo ralado na massa antes de fritar
- Untar os bolinhos com creme de leite antes de polvilhar açúcar e canela
- Usar uma mistura de açúcar e canela com baunilha para o polvilho
Substitutions
- Farinha de trigo pode ser substituída por farinha de mandioca
- Açúcar pode ser substituído por mel ou xarope de milho
- Fermento em pó pode ser substituído por fermento biológico seco
How to store
Bolinho de chuva should be consumed immediately after frying, as they do not stay fresh well. They should be served warm with coffee or tea.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze bolinhos de chuva, as frying them again may alter the texture.
What to serve with
They can be served with coffee or tea, but also pair well with vegetable salad or fresh juice.
Frequently asked questions
Can this recipe be made without sugar?
Yes, it can be made without sugar, but the result will be a savory fried dough ball.
Can you freeze bolinhos de chuva?
It is not recommended to freeze bolinhos de chuva, as frying them again may alter the texture.
How should I store the bolinhos de chuva?
Bolinho de chuva should be consumed immediately after frying, as they do not stay fresh well.
How many minutes of preparation and cooking are required?
20 minutes for preparation and 30 minutes for cooking.
