Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort snack with this easy homemade churros recipe, featuring crispy, golden exteriors, soft interiors, and a dusting of cinnamon sugar. Paired with a luscious chocolate dip, these Spanish and Portuguese classics are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Churros:
- 300 g (2 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp (3 g) salt
- 500 ml (2 cups + 2 tbsp) boiling water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 750 ml (3 cups) canola oil (for frying)
For Dusting:
- 50 g (1/4 cup) sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
For the Chocolate Dip:
- 180 ml (2/3 cup) heavy cream
- 120 g (2/3 cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 pinch cinnamon powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- Mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- Add boiling water and olive oil, stirring until a thick dough forms.
- Rest the dough for 30 minutes to cool.
- Shape the Churros:
- Fit a pastry bag with a 1-cm star tip and fill with dough.
- Heat the Oil:
- Heat canola oil in a deep pan to 170–180°C (340–355°F).
- Fry the Churros:
- Pipe 4–6 churros (10 cm each) into the oil.
- Fry for 3 minutes or until golden brown, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
- Mix sugar and cinnamon powder in a bowl.
- Roll warm churros in the mixture until fully coated.
- Prepare the Chocolate Dip:
- Heat heavy cream until boiling and pour over chocolate chips with a pinch of cinnamon.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Serve:
- Serve churros warm with chocolate dip on the side.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh on the day of preparation.
- For festive variations, coat with sprinkles or chopped nuts.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day and reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
