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- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Directions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
Start by making the churro dough. In a medium saucepan, combine the water, 2 tablespoons of sugar, salt, and vegetable oil (or butter). Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in the flour until the mixture forms a dough. The dough should come together and pull away from the sides of the pan.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the dough to cool for a few minutes. Once the dough has cooled slightly, add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.
2. Heat the Oil:
In a deep pan or heavy pot, heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat to 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil’s temperature by dropping a small piece of dough into the oil—if it bubbles and floats to the surface, it’s ready.
3. Shape the Churros:
While the oil is heating, prepare a piping bag with a star-shaped tip (or a pastry bag with a large round tip) and fill it with the churro dough. If you don’t have a piping bag, you can also use a plastic sandwich bag with the tip cut off.
Once the oil is hot, pipe strips of dough directly into the oil, about 4-6 inches long. Be sure to cut the dough with scissors or your fingers to prevent it from continuing to form a long strand. Fry the churros in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for 2-3 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and crispy. Turn them occasionally to ensure even frying.
4. Coat the Churros:
While the churros are frying, combine the sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Once the churros are golden brown, remove them from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove any excess oil. While they are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they’re fully coated.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the churros immediately, while they’re still warm and crispy. You can enjoy them on their own, or pair them with a dipping sauce like chocolate, caramel, or dulce de leche for an extra indulgent treat.
Tips for Perfect Homemade Churros:
- Ensure the oil is the right temperature: If the oil is too hot, the churros will cook too quickly and burn on the outside while remaining raw inside. If the oil is too cool, the churros will absorb too much oil and become greasy. A thermometer is helpful to ensure the oil stays at 350°F.
- Shape the churros with care: To get uniform churros, pipe the dough into even strips and don’t let them touch one another while frying. This helps them cook evenly.
- Keep churros warm: If you’re making a large batch, you can keep the churros warm by placing them on a baking sheet in a low oven (around 200°F) while you fry the rest.
- Flavor variations: While cinnamon sugar is classic, you can experiment with different coatings like powdered sugar, or even try a chocolate coating by dipping the churros in melted chocolate after frying.
Why This Recipe Is a Winner:
Classic Homemade Churros with Cinnamon Sugar are a timeless treat that can easily be made in your kitchen. With their crispy exterior, tender interior, and irresistible cinnamon-sugar coating, churros offer the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Plus, making churros at home is not only fun but also incredibly rewarding. You can enjoy these fresh, warm churros just minutes after they’re fried—making them the ultimate sweet indulgence.
This recipe is perfect for anyone craving a delicious treat that’s easy to prepare but sure to impress. Whether you’re serving them for a dessert, snack, or party, churros are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. So gather your ingredients, heat up the oil, and get ready to enjoy this classic, homemade delight!
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