Traditional Bolinho de Chuva

Preparation

1. 1
   Step 1

   In a large bowl, beat the 2 eggs with 1 cup of sugar until the mixture is smooth.

2. 2
   Step 2

   Add 1 cup of milk to the mixture and incorporate well.

3. 3
   Step 3

   Gradually add the 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

4. 4
   Step 4

   Finally, add 1 tablespoon of baking powder and gently fold it into the batter.

5. 5
   Step 5

   Heat enough oil for deep-frying in a deep pot.

6. 6
   Step 6

   Using two spoons, shape small portions of the batter and drop them into the hot oil.

7. 7
   Step 7

   Fry the dumplings until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside.

8. 8
   Step 8

   Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

9. 9
   Step 9

   In a shallow dish, mix 3 tablespoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon.

10. 10
    Step 10

    Roll the warm dumplings in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat the entire surface.