Irresistible Homemade Churros – A Sweet Mexican Treat
Golden-brown, crispy fried dough ridges coated in a sparkling cinnamon-sugar mixture. Perfect with a side of chocolate dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 churros 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 quart vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Combine water, 2 tbsp sugar, salt, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Once boiling, stir in flour rapidly until a smooth dough ball forms.
- Allow dough to cool slightly, then transfer to a piping bag with a star tip.
- Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Pipe 6-inch strips into the oil and fry until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and immediately toss in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.