Crispy Churros
Delicious and easy-to-make churros, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings with a crispy texture and sugary coating.
Ingredients
Churro Dough
- 1 cup water Used as the base for the dough.
- ½ cup unsalted butter Essential for flavor; do not substitute with margarine.
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Adds sweetness to the dough.
- ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances the flavor of the churros.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Forms the structure of the churro.
- 2 large eggs Helps bind the dough together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
- 3 cups oil For frying; can use vegetable or canola oil.
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1 cup granulated sugar For sweetness.
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon For flavoring the sugar coating.
Instructions
Make the Dough
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer until the butter melts.
- Add flour all at once and stir vigorously until the dough comes together.
- Remove from heat and let the dough cool for a few minutes before adding eggs.
- Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until smooth.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
Fry the Churros
- Heat the oil in a deep pot until hot but not smoking.
- Pipe segments of dough into the hot oil, cutting them off with scissors.
- Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon.
Coat with Sugar
- Roll the warm churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.
Notes
Make sure the dough cools properly before adding eggs to avoid cooking them. Fry churros in batches to prevent sticking.