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Churros Recipe

Homemade Churros coated in cinnamon sugar are the ultimate treat! Watch the video tutorial and you will see just how easy it is to make this Churros recipe using pantry staples. This recipe makes 20-25 churros, depending on the length of the churros. Don't skip the chocolate sauce for dipping. We use our warm Chocolate Ganache and thin it with a little extra cream.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 368 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs cold
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • vegetable oil or canola oil to fry churros

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup milk, 8 Tbsp butter, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  2. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup flour all at once with a wooden spoon. Once incorporated, put back on the heat and stir constantly another 2 minutes to release extra moisture and partially cook the flour. The dough should come together in a smooth ball and a thin film will form on the bottom of the pan.
  3. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and use an electric mixer to beat on medium speed 2 minutes to cool the mixture slightly. Add 4 eggs, adding 1 at a time and allowing each egg to fully incorporate between additions. Beat until dough is smooth and forms a thick ribbon when pulled up.
  4. Heat 2” deep vegetable oil to 370˚F. Use a clip-on thermometer to monitor and keep the oil between 350-370˚F while frying.
  5. Transfer dough to a pastry bag fitted with a large open star tip (Wilton 1M). Pipe 6” lengths into hot oil and cut with scissors. Fry 1 1/2 minutes per side or until golden brown then flip with tongs and fry another 1 1/2 minutes. Fry in batches, about 5-6 churros at a time. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate then roll warm churros in cinnamon sugar.

Nutrition Information

Calories 368kcal (18%) Carbs 26g Protein 5g (10%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Cholesterol 114mg (38%) Sodium 113mg (5%) Potassium 67mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 498IU (10%) Calcium 38mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 368

% Daily Value*

Calories 368kcal 18%
Carbs 26g
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Cholesterol 114mg 38%
Sodium 113mg 5%
Potassium 67mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 498IU 10%
Calcium 38mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.