Homemade Churros
Homemade churros are a delightful treat that combines a crispy exterior with a soft, airy interior, creating the perfect sweet indulgence. Dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with a luscious chocolate dipping sauce, these golden sticks of happiness are perfect for family gatherings or late-night snacks. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this churro recipe will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 churros 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- ½ cup sugar mixed with 2 tablespoons cinnamon (for coating)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (for dipping sauce)
- ⅓ cup coconut cream (for dipping sauce)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil then remove from heat.
- Stir in flour until fully combined, then mix in baking powder until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe strips (about six inches long) into the hot oil.
- Fry churros until golden brown on all sides, approximately two minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture while warm.
- For the dipping sauce, melt chocolate chips with coconut cream over low heat until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 churros (60g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg