Delicious Churros Recipe
Category: Desserts | Servings: 20 pieces
Churros are a popular sweet treat, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and dusted with a delightful cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for any occasion, these churros are easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. Paired with a cup of hot chocolate, they make for the ultimate indulgence. Here’s how to create these irresistible churros at home.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Water | 250g |
| Sunflower oil (for dough) | 30g |
| All-purpose flour (00) | 150g |
| Egg | 1 |
| Fine salt | 1 pinch |
| Sunflower oil (for frying) | As needed |
| Sugar | 100g |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 tsp |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~120 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 19g |
| Protein | 2g |
| Fat | 5g |
| Fiber | 1g |
Instructions
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Prepare the dough: Start by placing the water and sunflower oil in a saucepan. Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches just below boiling point. As this is happening, sift the flour to remove any lumps, ensuring a smooth dough later on.
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Mix the dough: Once the water and oil mixture is hot (but not boiling), remove the saucepan from the heat. Quickly add the sifted flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon to incorporate the flour into the liquid, ensuring the mixture becomes a thick, smooth dough. Return the saucepan to the stove and continue to stir for another 3 minutes over medium heat. The dough will begin to form a white film on the bottom of the pan, indicating it’s ready.
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Cool the dough: Transfer the dough into a bowl and use the spoon to spread it along the sides, which will help it cool down faster. Let it cool for about 10 minutes, until it’s warm but no longer hot.
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Add the egg: Once the dough has cooled to a lukewarm temperature, whisk the egg in a separate bowl and slowly add it to the dough. Mix thoroughly until the dough is smooth and homogeneous.
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Shape the churros: Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle (a 15mm nozzle is ideal for a perfect churro shape). Heat sunflower oil in a deep, wide pan over medium-high heat. You need the oil to reach about 180°C (350°F).
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Fry the churros: Carefully pipe the dough into the hot oil, cutting each churro to about 10 cm in length with a knife or kitchen scissors. Fry the churros for 3-5 minutes, turning them frequently to ensure they brown evenly on all sides. They should turn a golden, crispy color. Once they’re done, remove the churros from the oil and drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
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Coat with sugar and cinnamon: While the churros are still warm, mix the sugar and ground cinnamon together in a shallow bowl. Roll each churro in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until they are fully coated.
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Serve and enjoy: Your churros are now ready to be enjoyed! Serve them warm with a side of hot chocolate for dipping, or enjoy them on their own as a delicious snack.
These churros are perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a cozy treat during chilly evenings. The crispy exterior combined with the sweet, cinnamon-spiced coating creates a heavenly dessert that will leave everyone craving more. Whether you’re a churro enthusiast or new to this sweet sensation, this recipe will help you master the art of making churros at home.
