Churros
Churros are the best of the best when it comes to fried desserts. Crispy on the outside, but soft and tender on the inside. Churros are cinnamony goodness that is IMPOSSIBLE to resist.
Servings: 20 churros
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 6 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon divided
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 egg
- oil for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a medium sauce pan, over medium heat, combine the water, butter, salt, and 1/4 tsp cinnamon. Stir to combine and bring to a full boil.
- Reduce heat to low and add the flour, constantly stirring until a ball forms. Allow the dough to rest for about 10 minutes.
- Using a electric hand mixer, mix in the egg until well combined.
- Heat oil in a skillet or saucepan until the oil reaches 350°.
- Spoon the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star attachment. Alternatively, you can use a zip top bag with the corner cut out.
- Pipe and cut the churros to your desired length and fry until a deep golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and let them rest on a paper towel covered plate.
- Combine the sugar and remaining 3/4 tsp cinnamon in a large zip top bag and place the churros into the bag, zip the top and shake.
Nutrition
Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 118IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
