Easy Cinnamon Sugar Churros Recipe for Perfectly Crispy Treats Recipe
This Easy Cinnamon Sugar Churros Recipe yields perfectly crispy, golden churros coated with a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture. Made with a simple dough and deep-fried to perfection, these churros are an irresistible treat perfect for dessert or snack time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Churros Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frying
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Coating
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil while stirring occasionally to ensure ingredients are well incorporated.
- Add the flour: Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the all-purpose flour until a smooth ball of dough forms without any lumps.
- Cool the dough and mix in eggs: Allow the dough to cool for about five minutes. Then, beat in the eggs one at a time, stirring thoroughly after each addition to fully incorporate them. Finally, mix in the vanilla extract for additional aroma.
- Heat the oil: In a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Make sure the oil temperature is steady for perfect frying results.
- Pipe and fry the churros: Using a piping bag fitted with a large star tip, pipe 4-inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil. Fry the churros until they turn golden brown and crispy, which typically takes about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- Drain and coat the churros: Remove the fried churros with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil. While still warm, roll the churros in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until evenly coated.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature stays consistent at 350°F to avoid greasy or undercooked churros.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot for even heat distribution while frying.
- You can substitute vegetable oil with canola or peanut oil for frying.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a plastic bag with a corner cut off to pipe the dough.
- Serve churros warm for the best texture and flavor.
