Brazilian Sonhos

Dive into a world of fluffy indulgence with these traditional Brazilian Sonhos—dreamy fried dough pastries filled with creamy custard. A staple in Brazilian bakeries, these sweet treats are perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special moment any day of the week.

Ingredients

Dough:
🌾 1 ½ cups of wheat flour 205g
🧬 7.5g of dry biological yeast, Fleischmann Fermento Biológico Seco Instantâneo or 23g of fresh biological yeast
🍚 2 tablespoons of sugar 25g refined sugar
🥄 3 tablespoons of oil 40ml or substitute with butter/margarine
🧂 ½ teaspoon of salt 3g
🥛 ⅓ cup of cold milk 65ml
🥄 1 teaspoon of baking powder 4g
🥚 1 large egg 50g

Filling:
🥛 ½ can of condensed milk 200g
🌽 ¼ cup of cornstarch 25g Maizena
🥄 ¼ cup of cream 50g cream from a carton
🥚 3 sifted egg yolks 45g
🍦 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence 5g
🍚 1 cup of sugar 185g refined sugar
🥛 1 ½ cups of milk 320ml

For Coating/Frying:
🥄 Oil for frying
🍚 União Glaçúcar powdered sugar, optional for coating

Instructions

1- Prepare the Dough:

• In a large clear glass mixing bowl, combine wheat flour and dry biological yeast. Mix by hand.
• Create a well in the center and add sugar, oil, salt, cold milk, baking powder, and egg.
• Combine by hand until you have a sticky dough.
• Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Shape into a ball, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until it triples in size (approximately 1 to 1.5 hours).

2- Prepare the Filling:

• In a metal pot, mix condensed milk and cornstarch until smooth.
• Add cream, sifted egg yolks, vanilla essence, sugar, and milk.
• Cook over medium-high heat, stirring continuously until thick and creamy.
• Remove from heat and let cool completely.

3- Frying the Dough:

• Deflate the dough gently, divide it into 12-16 equal pieces, and shape them into smooth balls.
• Let the balls rise for another hour on a greased metal baking tray.
• Preheat oil in a deep pot to medium-high heat.
• Fry the dough balls until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

4- Assemble and Serve:

• Once cooled, make a cut in each dough ball to create a pocket.
• Fill a piping bag with the custard and fill each sonhos with the creamy mixture.
• Optionally, roll in União Glaçúcar or sprinkle it on top.
• Serve immediately for the freshest taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 2.5 - 3 hours (including rising and cooling times)
Servings: Makes 12-16 sonhos
Calories: 180
Proteins: 4g
Fats: 7g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Equipment:

• Clear glass mixing bowls
• Metal pot
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife
• Spatula
• Plastic wrap
• Metal baking tray
• Slotted spoon
• Paper towels
• Piping bag with tips
• Wooden cutting board

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure dough rises properly for fluffy results.
• Use a dough hook on a stand mixer for easier kneading.
• Check oil temperature with a toothpick for even frying.
• Store with "açúcar gelado" for longer-lasting coating.

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Brazilian Sonhos