Airy Bunuelos

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour and baking powder; set aside.
2. 2
   Bring water and butter to boil in heavy saucepan on medium-high heat; continue boiling until butter is completely melted, stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Add flour mixture gradually, stirring until mixture is well blended and forms dough which pulls away from side of pan.
5. 5
   Place in large bowl of electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment.
6. 6
   Add eggs; beat on medium-high speed until dough is smooth and glossy.
7. 7
   Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat or in deep-fat fryer set at 375F.
8. 8
   Carefully drop dough by tablespoonfuls, in batches, into hot oil; cook 3 to 4 min.
9. 9
   or until puffed and golden brown.
10. 10
    Drain on paper towels.
11. 11
    Top each bunuelo with 1 tsp.
12. 12
    of the syrup just before serving.