Learn how to make delicious cinnamon sugar churros at home. These crispy fried dough sticks are coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture, perfect for a treat.
Author:Chloe Thompson
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:12-15 churros
Category:Dessert
Method:Frying
Cuisine:Spanish
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Remove from heat and stir in flour until a smooth ball forms.
Return to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
Transfer dough to a bowl. Let cool for 5 minutes.
Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C).
Spoon dough into a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 4-inch strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting the dough with scissors. Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove churros with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
In a shallow dish, combine sugar and cinnamon. Toss warm churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
Notes
Serve immediately for the best texture.
Chocolate sauce is a popular dipping accompaniment.
Ensure oil temperature is consistent for even cooking.