Sopapillas with Dipping Chocolate

Directions

• Step 1
  In a bowl mix together flour, shortening, baking powder and salt until evenly combined. Add water and stir to form a soft dough. If dough is dry add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until pliable. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
• Step 2
  Meanwhile, place Mexican chocolate drink pieces in a bowl. Heat heavy cream until almost boiling; pour over chocolate. Whisk until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth; keep warm.
• Step 3
  Mix together sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl; set aside.
• Step 4
  On a lightly floured surface roll the dough out to a 14”x10” square. Cut into 24 pieces.
• Step 5
  Heat at least 3” of oil to 375°F in a heavy bottom pot over medium heat. Adjust as needed to keep oil at the same temperature.
• Step 6
  Add a few pieces of dough at a time, fry for about 1 minute, flip and fry another minute until puffed and golden brown. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
• Step 7
  While still warm toss sopapillas in cinnamon sugar mixture. Serve warm with warm chocolate dipping sauce.
• Step 8
  Refrigerate leftover chocolate sauce.