Churros – Quick and Tasty

Churros are a beloved Spanish dessert made from fried dough, coated in cinnamon sugar, and often paired with chocolate sauce. These crispy treats are easy to make at home with just a few pantry staples. The dough is made by boiling water, sugar, salt, and butter before adding flour, egg, and vanilla. This creates a smooth and pliable dough that is then piped into hot oil for frying. The result is golden-brown churros that are crispy on the outside and soft inside.

Once fried, the churros are immediately rolled in a mix of cinnamon and sugar for the perfect sweet coating. For an extra indulgent experience, they can be served with warm chocolate sauce or enjoyed with coffee. While traditional churros are deep-fried, a baked version can also be made by piping the dough onto a baking sheet and baking until golden.

Churros are best eaten fresh, but they can be stored for later enjoyment. To maintain their crispiness, reheat them in the oven rather than the microwave. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or a casual treat, homemade churros bring the flavors of a Spanish café right to your kitchen.

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Churros – Quick and Tasty

Crispy and golden on the outside, soft and airy on the inside, these homemade churros are a delicious Spanish treat. Perfectly fried and coated in cinnamon sugar, they pair beautifully with chocolate sauce or coffee.

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Author: kissitesowner Cooking Method: Frying Courses: Desert Recipe Keys: Quick Meals Vegan

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Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4 Calories: 290 Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

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• 1 cup water

• 2 ¹⁄₂ tbsp granulated sugar

• ¹⁄₂ tsp salt

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 egg

• ¹⁄₂ tsp vanilla extract

• Vegetable oil, for frying

• ¹⁄₂ cup granulated sugar (for coating)

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• Chocolate sauce, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and butter. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in flour until it forms a dough. Let it cool slightly.
2. Add egg and vanilla: Beat the egg and vanilla extract into the dough until smooth. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
3. Heat oil: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan to 375°F (190°C).
4. Fry the churros: Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting with scissors. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
5. Coat in cinnamon sugar: Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl. Roll the hot churros in the mixture.
6. Serve: Enjoy warm with chocolate sauce or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 290kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Saturated Fat 3g15%

Cholesterol 35mg12%

Sodium 180mg8%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

Sugars 18g

Protein 5g10%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

• Use a star-tip nozzle for the classic churro shape.
• Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.
• Serve immediately for the best texture.

Keywords: churros, Spanish dessert, fried dough, cinnamon sugar, homemade churros