Description
Homemade churros with cinnamon sugar blend classic Spanish street delicacy into a crispy, golden dessert. Crisp exterior and tender interior promise sweet satisfaction for dessert enthusiasts craving authentic flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 ½ tablespoons (tbsps) granulated sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate chips
- Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Base Mixture: Combine water, sugar, salt, and butter in a saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, then immediately remove from heat source.
- Develop Dough Structure: Swiftly integrate flour into the hot liquid, stirring continuously until a smooth, cohesive dough forms. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes, enabling optimal texture development.
- Enhance Dough Composition: Introduce vanilla extract and methodically fold in eggs one at a time. Blend thoroughly after each addition to create a uniform, thick, and slightly tacky consistency.
- Establish Frying Conditions: Heat oil in a deep cooking vessel to 350°F (175°C), carefully monitoring temperature with a culinary thermometer to ensure precise frying environment.
- Shape and Fry Churros: Load the prepared dough into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle. Extrude 4-6 inch segments directly into the shimmering oil, using kitchen scissors to create clean cuts. Fry in small batches (2-3 pieces) to maintain oil temperature, cooking until each side achieves a rich, golden-brown hue (approximately 2-3 minutes per side).
- Finish and Garnish: Remove churros with a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drain on absorbent paper towels. Immediately coat the warm pastries in a cinnamon-sugar mixture for maximum flavor and texture.
- Optional Chocolate Accompaniment: Create a decadent dipping sauce by gently warming cream to a soft simmer. Pour over premium chocolate chips, letting the mixture rest briefly before stirring to a glossy, smooth consistency.
Notes
- Maintain Precise Temperature: Keep oil consistently at 350°F to prevent soggy or burnt churros, ensuring golden-brown exterior and perfectly cooked interior.
- Master Dough Consistency: Stir flour vigorously to create smooth, lump-free dough that’s neither too runny nor too stiff for ideal piping and frying results.
- Control Batch Size: Fry only 2-3 churros simultaneously to preserve oil temperature and prevent uneven cooking or greasy texture.
- Drain Excess Oil Thoroughly: Use paper towels to remove excess oil immediately after frying, ensuring crispy exterior and preventing soggy churros.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg