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Homemade Churros (Disney Recipe)
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Homemade Churros (Disney Recipe)

Homemade Churros, inspired by a Disney recipe, feature a choux-like dough cooked by boiling water, butter, salt, and cinnamon, then mixed with flour and eggs. This dough is piped into hot oil and fried until crispy and golden, then rolled in cinnamon sugar. The result is a crunchy, spiced exterior with a tender interior, making these churros an indulgent fried snack.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Servings: 40 small bites
Calories: 72 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Spanish

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 8 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon divided
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 egg
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

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  1. Add water, butter, salt and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon to a small or medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir and bring the mixture to a roiling boil.
  2. Turn off the heat, add flour and stir vigorously with a rubber spatula until mixture forms a ball. Set aside and let rest for 7 minutes.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, and stir until combined. Set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a deep medium-sized skillet or 1-quart saucepan over medium-high heat or until the temperature reaches 350 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
  5. Spoon the dough into pipping bag fitted with a large closed star tip. Carefully pipe 1 to 2 inch strips of dough over the saucepan, cut with a knife and drop into the hot oil. Repeat until churro bites fill saucepan with room to fry being careful not to overcrowd. I usually fit about 8 small churros in a small saucepan.
  6. Fry churros until golden brown, stirring occasionally at the beginning to prevent them from sticking to each other. Remove with a slotted spoon or wire skimmer and drain on a plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Toss the churro bites until coated. Serve warm or with chocolate sauce, if desired.

Notes

  • Use a piping bag with a large closed star tip for authentic ridges and crisp edges on churros.
  • Cut piping bag hole no wider than 1/2 to 3/4 inch to ensure churros cook through thoroughly.
  • Store churros in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days without losing texture.
  • Yield is approximately 35-40 mini churros depending on size, affecting nutritional estimates.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1mini churro Calories 72kcal (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 40 small bites

Amount Per Serving

Calories 72

% Daily Value*

Serving 1mini churro
Calories 72kcal 4%

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