Description
Churros are a delightful treat that fuse a crispy exterior with a soft, fluffy center, all generously dusted with cinnamon sugar. This easy churros recipe brings the magic of carnival treats right to your kitchen. Perfect for any occasion, serve them warm with rich chocolate sauce or caramel for an indulgent dessert that will delight family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt; bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe strips into hot oil, frying until golden brown (approximately 2 minutes per side).
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and coat warm churros in cinnamon sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 churro (25g)
- Calories: 117
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 37mg