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Ingredients
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Churro Dough
Chocolate Drizzle
Sugar Coating
Method
Churro Dough Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, unsalted butter, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- 2
Add Dry Ingredients
Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the all-purpose flour and salt until a dough forms. Let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- 3
Incorporate Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy. Stir in the ground cinnamon.
Frying the Churros
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Pipe the Dough
Transfer the churro dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Carefully pipe 4-6 inch long strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting them with scissors.
- 6
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.
Sugar Coating
- 7
Mix Sugar and Cinnamon
In a shallow dish, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- 8
Chocolate Drizzle Preparation
- 9
Melt Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- 10
Drizzle on Churros
Using a spoon or a piping bag, drizzle the melted chocolate over the coated churros before serving.