Rellenitos | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

For the Dough:
2 cups black beans, cooked and mashed
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
For Frying:
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Prepare the Dough

In a large bowl, combine the mashed black beans, sugar, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, and vanilla extract. Mix well.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the bean mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.

Prepare the Filling

In a small bowl, mix the sweetened shredded coconut, chopped walnuts or pecans (if using), and dark chocolate chips.

Shape the Rellenitos

Take a small piece of the dough and flatten it into a small disk in the palm of your hand.

Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of the disk.

Fold the dough around the filling to form a small oval or round shape, pinching the edges to seal.

Fry the Rellenitos

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Fry the rellenitos in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve

Allow the rellenitos to cool slightly before serving.

Enjoy warm or at room temperature.