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Classic Cinnamon Sugar Churros

A stack of golden-brown churros coated in cinnamon sugar, served with a small bowl of rich chocolate dipping sauce.
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Fry or air fry these classic cinnamon sugar churros for a delightful fair-night treat or Cinco de Mayo party dessert. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Chocolate sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until butter is melted.
  2. Remove from heat and add flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  3. Transfer dough to a large bowl. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  6. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon for coating.
  7. Heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Carefully pipe strips of dough, about 4-6 inches long, directly into the hot oil. Fry in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot, for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed.
  9. Using a slotted spoon, remove churros from oil and drain on paper towels.
  10. Immediately toss the hot churros in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  11. Serve warm with chocolate sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • For air fryer churros, preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Pipe dough onto parchment paper, then carefully transfer to the air fryer basket. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  • You can make a simple chocolate dipping sauce by melting 1/2 cup chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons heavy cream.
  • For baked churros, pipe dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

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