My mother in law went to Mexico sometime in the early '70 s & when she came back she made these often.Hope you enjoy.
Sopaipillas
Dissolve one pkg. dry yeast in 1/4 c. lukewarm water.Bring 3/4 c.milk, 6 T. sugar & 1 tsp.saltto a boil.Stir in 2 T.butter.Cook to lukewarm & stir into yeast mixture. Stir in 1 beaten egg. Gradually beat in 3 c. flour. Cover dough & let rest 1 1/2 hrs. Knead & let rest for another 10 min.Roll dough 1/4 in. thick. Cut into 2 X 3 strips. (She cut them into cicles using a large water glass.)Fry in deep Hot fat till golden brown,turning only once.(Should puff up) They are delicious served with honey,sugar or plain. Keep warm.
i've never made them but they were excellent!