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In Spain, fritter-like buñuelos showed up with the Moors, and by some reports, churros were a Chinese idea that was later dragged through molten chocolate by hungry Madrileños or wandering shepherds or both.

From Salon • Feb. 5, 2026

Back in Mexico City, the sisters preparing their popular Christmas buñuelos - a sort of flat donut made with flour, water and cinnamon - also connect their community labor with their faith.

From Washington Times • Dec. 17, 2023

Back in Mexico City, the sisters preparing their popular Christmas buñuelos — a sort of flat donut made with flour, water and cinnamon — also connect their community labor with their faith.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 17, 2023

Dessert Nachos: Traditional-style nacho bowl served with buñuelos, soft serve ice cream, strawberries and chocolate sauce.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2022

Maribel had made the buñuelos that year because, at fourteen, she wanted to prove her independence and her capabilities.

From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez