Description
These cinnamon sugar churros are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend. Perfect for recreating a favorite fair or street food at home, they make a fun and delicious treat for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 quarts vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, 2 1/2 tbsp sugar, salt, and 2 tbsp oil. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
- Stir in flour all at once until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the pan.
- Heat frying oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe strips into hot oil, cutting to desired length.
- Fry until golden brown, turning as needed. Drain on paper towels.
- Mix 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Roll warm churros in mixture to coat.
Notes
- Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to maintain oil temperature.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract to the dough for extra flavor.
- Best served fresh. Pair with chocolate sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: undefined
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
