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Delicious homemade churros dusted with cinnamon sugar, perfect cozy treat

Easy Churros

Indulge in the festive delight of crispy and tender churros, coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect for sharing and celebrating life's sweet moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Churro Dough

  • 1 cup water Used as the base for the churro dough.
  • 2.5 tablespoons white sugar Used in the dough for sweetness and to enhance flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Adds richness to the dough.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Forms the base of the churro dough.

Frying

  • 2 quarts oil (like canola or vegetable oil) For deep frying the churros.
  • 0.5 cup white sugar For coating the churros after frying.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For the sweet cinnamon sugar coating.

Chocolate Dipping Sauce

  • 1 cup chocolate chips For melting into a dipping sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream To thin the melted chocolate and create a smooth sauce.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the water, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil, and then remove it from the heat.
  • Add the flour to the mixture, stirring until it forms a ball. The dough should hold together nicely.

Frying Churros

  • Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375°F (190°C).
  • Using a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip, pipe strips of dough into the hot oil. Fry churros in small batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
  • Drain the fried churros on paper towels.

Coating

  • In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup of sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll the drained churros in this mixture while they are still warm.

Making Chocolate Sauce

  • Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave with heavy cream, stirring until thin and glossy.
  • Serve churros with the chocolate sauce for dipping.

Notes

Store leftover churros in an airtight container for up to two days. Reheat in a hot oven to regain crispiness. For freezing, arrange cooled churros in a single layer on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.

Nutrition

Serving: 2gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
Keyword Chocolate Dipping Sauce, Churros, easy dessert, Fried Treats, Sweet Snacks
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