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Ingredients
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Churros
Chocolate Sauce
Method
Churros
- 1
- 2
Mix the Flour
Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the flour until the mixture forms a smooth ball of dough. Let it cool for about 10 minutes.
- 3
Add Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- 4
Preheat the Oil
In a large heavy pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
- 5
Pipe the Churros
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe strips of dough (about 6 inches long) into the hot oil, cutting with scissors.
- 6
Fry the Churros
Fry the churros until golden brown on all sides, about 2-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Coat with Cinnamon Sugar
In a shallow dish, mix together sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll the hot churros in the mixture to coat.
Chocolate Sauce
- 8
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- 9
Melt the Chocolate
Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
- 10
Add Flavor
Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract until fully combined and the sauce is glossy.
