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Ingredients
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Churro Dough
Cinnamon Sugar
Frying
Method
Prepare the Churro Dough
- 1
Boil the Water 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 to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
Add Flour
Once the mixture is boiling, remove it from heat. Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour to the saucepan and stir until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- 3
Incorporate Eggs
Allow the dough to cool for a few minutes. Then, add the 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully combined and smooth.
Prepare Cinnamon Sugar
- 4
Mix Cinnamon Sugar
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Fry the Churros
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep pot, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Pipe the Dough
Transfer the churro dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Once the oil is hot, carefully pipe 4-6 inch strips of dough into the hot oil.
- 7
Fry Until Golden
Fry the churros for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 8