Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade churros with this Easy Churro Recipe, ready in just 20 minutes! These golden, crispy treats are perfectly sweetened and coated in cinnamon sugar, making them an irresistible option for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply satisfying a sweet craving, these churros can be enjoyed plain or paired with rich chocolate sauce for dipping. Get your family involved in this fun cooking activity that promises to bring smiles all around!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 quarts oil (for frying)
- ½ cup white sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chocolate chips (for optional chocolate sauce)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for optional chocolate sauce)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat.
- Stir in the flour until it forms a cohesive dough.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 375°F (190°C).
- Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Roll warm churros in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
- For chocolate sauce, melt chocolate chips with heavy cream in the microwave until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg