Simple churros you can make fast at home.
introduction
This recipe shows how to make quick and easy churros. The steps are simple and the result is crisp, warm churros rolled in cinnamon sugar. You can serve them with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche.
why make this recipe
You make this when you want a fast sweet treat. It uses few ingredients and cooks quickly. Kids and guests will like the warm cinnamon sugar outside and soft center.
how to make Quick & Easy Churros
Follow the steps below. Work carefully when frying. Use a pastry bag with a star tip to get the classic churro shape.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups oil for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions :
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until mixture forms a ball.
- Heat oil for frying in a deep skillet or pan over medium heat.
- Use a pastry bag fitted with a star tip to pipe out strips of dough into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove churros from oil and drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar with cinnamon.
- Roll churros in the mixture while still warm.
- Serve hot with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche.
how to serve Quick & Easy Churros
Serve churros hot. Put them on a plate with a small bowl of chocolate sauce or dulce de leche for dipping. You can also dust more cinnamon sugar on top.
how to store Quick & Easy Churros
Store cooled churros in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day. For longer storage, freeze them on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to one month. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5–8 minutes to crisp.
tips to make Quick & Easy Churros
- Dry the dough well before piping so it holds shape.
- Keep oil at medium heat; too hot browns outside but leaves inside raw.
- Fry in small batches so oil temperature stays steady.
- Use a star tip for the classic ridges that hold cinnamon sugar.
- Roll churros in sugar while warm for best coating.
variation (if any)
- Chocolate-filled: pipe a small amount of dough, fry, then inject chocolate with a piping bag.
- Baked churros: pipe onto a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for about 10–12 minutes, then coat in cinnamon sugar. (Texture will be less crisp than fried.)
FAQs
Q: Can I bake these instead of frying?
A: Yes. Baking works but the churros will be less crisp. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 10–12 minutes.
Q: How do I know the oil is hot enough?
A: Drop a small bit of dough in. It should sizzle and rise to the top quickly. If it browns too fast, lower the heat.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: You can make the dough and keep it covered at room temperature for a short time, but piping works best right after you make it.
Q: What dipping sauces go well?
A: Chocolate sauce, dulce de leche, caramel, or sweetened condensed milk all work well.
Conclusion
For another simple churro idea and bite-size version, see this Easy Churro Bites – Just a Taste recipe: Easy Churro Bites – Just a Taste.
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Quick & Easy Churros
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Make these crisp, warm churros coated in cinnamon sugar in no time at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups oil for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until the mixture forms a ball.
- Heat oil for frying in a deep skillet or pan over medium heat.
- Use a pastry bag fitted with a star tip to pipe out strips of dough into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove churros from oil and drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar with cinnamon.
- Roll churros in the mixture while still warm.
- Serve hot with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche.
Notes
Store cooled churros in an airtight container for 1 day, or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5–8 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 churro
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: churros, easy churros, dessert, fried dough, homemade churros