Description

Who doesn’t love churros? The warm, crispy, sugary goodness of these delightful treats is hard to resist. I first tried churros at a local fair, and I was instantly hooked. The perfect combination of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, churros have become a family favorite ever since. Recently, I decided to switch things up and create these adorable Churros Poppers—bite-sized versions that are perfect for sharing (or not!). They’re quick to make, super fun to eat, and are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe!

Ingredients

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For the Churros:

1 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oil for frying (canola or vegetable oil)

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For Dipping Sauce:

1 cup chocolate chips (dark or milk chocolate)
1/2 cup heavy cream

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough:
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the butter melts. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the flour. Stir until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Mix in the Eggs:
Once the dough has cooled slightly, beat in the eggs one at a time using a wooden spoon or electric mixer until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
Heat the Oil:
In a deep skillet or pot, heat about 2 inches of oil over medium-high heat. You can check if the oil is ready by dropping in a small piece of dough; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.
Pipe the Churros:
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Carefully pipe small, bite-sized pieces of dough (about 1-2 inches long) directly into the hot oil. Fry in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry Until Golden:
Fry the churro poppers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Coat in Cinnamon Sugar:
In a shallow dish, combine the sugar and cinnamon. While the churros are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well-coated.
Make the Dipping Sauce:
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, stirring until smooth and melted.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the churros poppers warm with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12
Calories: 150