Homemade Churros
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5
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
336 kcal
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Course
Breakfast
Homemade Churros
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These classic sweet treats are always a crowd favorite with kids and adults alike. They are best served warm, but, still amazingly delicious at room temperature. The easy homemade chocolate sauce puts them over the top!
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tick cinnamon
- 2¼ cups water
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- vegetable oil for frying
- 1¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- chocolate sauce for serving, optional
Instructions
- In a large saucepan (12"), bring the butter, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, and water to a boil. Let simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Use a pair of tongs to remove the cinnamon stick and discard. Turn the heat to low and slowly stir in the flour. Use a wooden spatula or spoon to work the flour in the liquid, working to dissolve any clumps of flour. Cook for about 2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and transfer to a heat-proof bowl. Allow to cool for a few minutes.
- Stir in the lightly beaten egg until completely combined and the dough is smooth. This takes a little elbow grease.
- Meanwhile, add enough oil to a cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven to about 1-inch deep. Heat the oil to 380 to 400°F.
- On a large platter or plate, mix together the sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- Add the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.
- Working in batches, pipe about 6 inches of the dough into the hot oil. Use metal tongs or a slotted spoon to move the churros around in the oil. Try to keep the churros from sticking to each other. Fry them for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown, flipping occasionally. Remove from the oil onto a plate or cutting board lined with paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Toss the churros in the sugar-cinnamon mixture and serve at once with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- See the video near the top of the blog post for visual guidance. If you liked the video, please subscribe to our YouTube channel.
- The churros are best served warm. Keep them warm in a low-temp oven (225°F) if not serving immediately. They are still delicious when served at room temperature.
- The chocolate sauce can be made up to several days in advance. Warm gently in the microwave on HIGH for just a few minutes.
- Leftover churros will keep in a plastic baggie for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
336kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
59g
(20%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Trans Fat
0.3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
46mg
(15%)
Sodium
305mg
(13%)
Potassium
54mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
31g
(62%)
Vitamin A
299IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
0.04mg
(0%)
Calcium
23mg
(2%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 336 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 336kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 54mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 299IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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