Homemade Churros Recipe
Craving a warm, golden-brown churro fresh out of the fryer? Skip the line at the fair and make these irresistibly crispy, melt-in-your-mouth churros right at home! Coated in a sugary cinnamon dust, they’re the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.
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Servings: 18
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250ml) water
- 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, diced
- 1 Tbsp (13g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup (141g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Prepare the Coating:
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the sugar and cinnamon, then set aside.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a large pot or deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat to about 360°F (182°C). You’ll need about 1.5 inches of oil.
- While the oil is heating, prepare the batter. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain the 360°F temperature once it's reached.
- Make the Dough:
- In a large saucepan, combine the water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the flour. Keep stirring with a rubber spatula until the dough is smooth (a few lumps are fine).
- Cool the Dough:
- Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla:
- Once cooled slightly, add the egg and vanilla extract to the dough.
- Use an electric mixer to blend everything together until smooth. It might seem a bit separated at first, but keep mixing until it all comes together.
- Prepare the Piping Bag:
- Fit a 16-inch piping bag with a rounded star tip (no larger than 1/2 inch, such as Ateco 845 or 846).
- Fill the bag with the churro dough.
- Fry the Churros:
- Carefully pipe 6-inch lengths of dough into the hot oil. Use scissors to cut the dough as you go.
- Fry the churros for about 2 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain briefly.
- Coat the Churros:
- Roll the fried churros in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat them evenly.
- Serve:
- Enjoy the churros warm, with optional dipping sauces like chocolate ganache or caramel if desired.