Easy Churros Recipe
Enjoy these delicious homemade churros as a sweet treat or dessert for any occasion! They're crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and irresistibly coated in cinnamon sugar goodness.
Ingredients
For the Churro Dough:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the flour until the mixture forms a ball of dough.Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Fry the Churros:Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot to 375°F (190°C).Pipe 4-6 inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil, using scissors or a knife to cut the dough.Fry the churros until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:In a shallow bowl, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.While the churros are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until even
- Serve and Enjoy:Serve the freshly fried churros warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or dulce de leche.
- Optional:For a fancier presentation, pipe the churro dough into loops or twists before frying.You can also fill the churros with chocolate, dulce de leche, or custard using a piping bag fitted with a small tip.