Churros Recipe
Fried dough pastries rolled in cinnamon sugar.
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Ingredients
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Churro Dough
Cinnamon Sugar
Frying
Method
Churro Dough Preparation
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Step 1: Boil the Mixture
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.
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Step 2: Add Flour
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in 1 cup of all-purpose flour until the mixture forms a ball. Let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
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Step 3: Add Eggs
Add 2 large eggs to the flour mixture, one at a time, stirring vigorously until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Cinnamon Sugar Preparation
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Step 4: Mix Cinnamon Sugar
In a shallow dish, mix together 1 cup of granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Frying
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Step 5: Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
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Step 6: Pipe Churros
Transfer the churro dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Carefully pipe 4 to 6-inch strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting them with scissors.
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Step 7: Fry Until Golden
Fry the churros for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
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