Churros Recipe
Fried dough pastries dusted with sugar.
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Ingredients
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Churro Dough
Frying
Sugar Coating
Method
Churro Dough Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 2
Add Flour
Once boiling, remove from heat and quickly stir in the all-purpose flour until fully combined and a ball forms.
- 3
Incorporate Eggs
Allow the dough to cool for a few minutes, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth and glossy.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep pot, 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 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 for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Sugar Coating
- 7
Prepare Sugar Mixture
In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- 8
Coat the Churros
While the churros are still warm, roll them in the sugar mixture until evenly coated.
