Bolinhos de Chuva: Brazilian Cinnamon "Raindrop" Doughnuts
A sweet dessert, Brazilian rain drop doughnuts known as Bolinhos De Chuva are fried and coated in cinnamon sugar.
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Instructions
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Preheat several inches of vegetable oil to 360 F in a deep fryer or skillet.
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Combine cinnamon with 1/2 cup sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
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In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, and 3 tablespoons sugar.
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Stir in eggs and 1/2 cup buttermilk, adding more buttermilk gradually until the mixture is a very thick batter.
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Incorporate the baking powder into the batter.
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Scoop generous teaspoons of batter into the hot oil, using a second spoon to assist.
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Fry doughnuts, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides; avoid overcrowding.
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Remove fried doughnuts from oil, drain briefly on paper towels, then immediately roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
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Cook remaining batter in batches and serve hot.