There’s nothing quite like the joy of biting into a freshly made churro. These Homemade Churros are the ultimate indulgence—crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside, and coated with a delightful cinnamon-sugar mixture. Perfect for any occasion, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone.
Homemade Churros
Why These Homemade Churros Are the Best
Crispy and Tender Texture: The churros are perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining soft and tender on the inside. This contrast in texture makes them incredibly satisfying.
Delicious Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: Rolling the churros in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar while they’re still warm ensures that every bite is sweet and flavorful.
Simple Ingredients: Made with basic pantry ingredients, these churros are easy to whip up whenever a craving strikes.
Ingredient Notes:
Unsalted butter: Adds richness to the dough, contributing to the flavor and texture.
All-purpose flour: Forms the structure of the churros, creating a dough that can be fried to a crispy texture.
Egg: Helps bind the dough together and adds moisture, giving the churros a slightly soft interior.
Vegetable oil (for frying): Ensures the churros fry to a crisp, golden brown.
Granulated sugar & cinnamon (for coating): Provides the signature sweet and spiced outer layer that makes churros so irresistible.
Serving Suggestions
Warm and Fresh: Churros are best enjoyed warm, straight from the fryer. The cinnamon sugar coating sticks perfectly, and the inside remains soft and tender.
With a Dipping Sauce: Pair these churros with a rich chocolate sauce, dulce de leche, or even a simple vanilla sauce for an extra indulgent treat.
For Breakfast or Dessert: These churros are versatile enough to serve as a special breakfast treat or a delightful dessert. They’re perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as an afternoon snack.
Tips for Perfect Homemade Churros
Use a Star-Tip Nozzle: Piping the dough through a Star-Tip nozzle gives the churros their characteristic ridged texture, which helps them cook evenly and hold onto the cinnamon-sugar coating.
Maintain Oil Temperature: This ensures the churros cook evenly and become crispy without absorbing too much oil.
Roll in Sugar While Warm: Roll the churros in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while they’re still warm to ensure the coating sticks well.
A Must Try
There’s nothing quite like the smell of churros frying in the kitchen. These Homemade Churros are the perfect way to treat yourself or your loved ones to something special. Crispy, sweet, and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to become a favorite in your home.
Homemade Churros
Ingredients
- 1 cup 250ml water
- 1/4 cup 56g unsalted butter, diced into small cubes
- 1 Tbsp 13g granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup 141g all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
For coating
- 1/2 cup 100g granulated sugar
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon, then set it aside for coating.
- In a large pot or deep skillet, heat about 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 260°F. While the oil heats, melt the butter.
- In a separate large saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt, and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add the flour, reduce the heat to medium-low, and stir constantly with a rubber spatula until the mixture is smooth (a few lumps are okay).
- Transfer the dough to a large bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Add the vanilla and egg to the dough, and immediately mix with an electric mixer. Blend until the dough is soft and smooth; it may look separated at first, but keep mixing, and it will come together.
- Fill a piping bag fitted with a rounded star tip (no larger than 1/2 inch) with the dough. I recommend using an Ateco 845 or 846 tip.
- Carefully pipe the dough into the preheated oil, cutting it into 6-inch lengths using clean scissors. Fry for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the churros briefly to paper towels to drain excess oil, then roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
- Repeat with the remaining dough, frying no more than five at a time. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture!
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Homemade Churros