Churros Recipe
Fried dough pastries coated with sugar and cinnamon
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Ingredients
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Dough
Coating
Frying
Method
Preparation of Dough
- 1
Boil Water and Mix Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
- 3
Incorporate Eggs
Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes, then add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
Frying
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Pipe Dough
Using a pastry bag fitted with a star tip, pipe the dough directly into the hot oil, cutting it to your desired length with scissors.
- 6
Fry Until Golden
Fry churros in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 7
Drain Excess Oil
Remove the churros from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Coating
- 8
Prepare Cinnamon Sugar
In a shallow bowl, mix together 1 cup of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
- 9
