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Pumpkin Dreams (Sonhos de Abóbora)

Recipe by Cozinhamor

Traditional Brazilian fried pumpkin doughnuts flavored with orange zest, cinnamon and a splash of aguardente. Light, fluffy inside and crisp sugar‑cinnamon coated outside – perfect for holidays or a sweet snack.

MediumBrazilianServes 8

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Source Video
55m
Prep
40m
Cook
11m
Cleanup
1h 46m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$9.02
Per serving:$1.13

Critical Success Points

  • Cooking the pumpkin until just tender
  • Resting the dough for at least 30 minutes
  • Maintaining oil temperature at 180 °C
  • Testing a single dough ball before full frying

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can cause severe burns – use a deep‑fat thermometer and keep a lid nearby.
  • Do not leave frying oil unattended.
  • If oil starts to smoke, remove from heat immediately.

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