Picarones

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup sweet potato puree
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup molasses or chancaca syrup

Method

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sweet potato puree, and water. Mix well.

2. 2

   In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

3. 3

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until smooth and well combined.

4. 4

   In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.

5. 5

   Using a spoon, drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil, shaping them into rings.

6. 6

   Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Serve warm, drizzled with molasses or chancaca syrup.