Save Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these bite-sized churros are rolled in fragrant cinnamon sugar—perfect for snacking or dipping in chocolate sauce.
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Ingredients
- Dough: 1 cup (240 ml) water, 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, 1 cup (125 g) all purpose flour, 2 large eggs
- Cinnamon Sugar Coating: 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- For Frying: 2 cups (500 ml) vegetable oil (for deep frying)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Step 2:
- Reduce heat to low, add flour all at once, and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until a ball of dough forms and pulls away from the sides (about 2 minutes).
- Step 3:
- Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Step 4:
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Step 5:
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
- Step 6:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 7:
- Pipe 1 inch bites of dough directly into the hot oil, cutting off each bite with scissors. Fry in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown (about 2 3 minutes per batch).
- Step 8:
- Remove churro bites with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels.
- Step 9:
- In a shallow bowl, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll warm churro bites in the cinnamon sugar to coat evenly.
- Step 10:
- Serve immediately, optionally with chocolate sauce for dipping.
Save My family loved gathering around these churro bites fresh and warm, sharing stories and laughter.
Required Tools
Medium saucepan, wooden spoon, piping bag with large star tip, deep frying pan or pot, slotted spoon, kitchen scissors, paper towels, mixing bowls
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, and dairy (butter). Check oil and ingredient labels for traces of allergens if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 85, Total Fat: 4 g, Carbohydrates: 11 g, Protein: 1 g (per serving)
Save Enjoy these churro bites fresh and warm for the best taste and texture.
Recipe FAQs
- → What is the best oil for frying churro bites?
Vegetable oil is ideal for deep frying due to its neutral flavor and high smoke point, ensuring crisp, golden churro bites.
- → How do I achieve a crispy exterior and tender inside?
Maintaining the oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) allows the bites to cook evenly, producing a crispy outside with a soft interior.
- → Can these churro bites be made dairy-free?
Yes, substitute the butter with margarine or a dairy-free alternative to accommodate dietary needs without compromising texture.
- → How do I make the cinnamon sugar coating stick well?
Rolling the churro bites while they are still warm ensures the cinnamon sugar adheres evenly for the best flavor and texture.
- → What dipping sauces pair well with churro bites?
Warm chocolate, caramel, or dulce de leche sauces complement the cinnamon sugar coating beautifully, enhancing the overall taste.