Sonhos

Indulge in the sweet, airy delight of Sonhos, a Portuguese treat that combines fluffy dough with a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for a cozy brunch or a festive gathering, these light pastries are sure to charm your guests.

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup oil for frying
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Method

1. 1

   In a saucepan, bring the water and a pinch of salt to a boil.

2. 2

   Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the flour, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.

3. 3

   Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth and glossy.

4. 4

   Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Using two tablespoons, drop spoonfuls of the dough into the hot oil, frying until golden brown on all sides (about 2-3 minutes).

6. 6

   Remove the sonhos with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Dust the warm sonhos with powdered sugar before serving.

8. 8

   Enjoy your delicious Sonhos warm as a sweet treat!