Description
These golden, crispy churros are coated in a fragrant cinnamon-sugar blend and served with a rich, velvety chocolate dipping sauce. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, airy center, this authentic churro recipe brings the flavors of a Spanish street market straight to your kitchen. Perfect for dessert, special occasions, or a cozy night in, these churros are easy to make and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
For the churros:
- 1 cup water
- 2 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
For frying and coating:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the chocolate dipping sauce:
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or corn syrup
Instructions
Prepare the Churro Dough
- In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in the flour until a dough forms.
Heat the Oil
- In a deep pan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
Pipe the Churros
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe 4-inch strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting with scissors.
Fry Until Golden
- Fry the churros in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack.
Coat in Cinnamon Sugar
- Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Roll the warm churros in the mixture until evenly coated.
Make the Chocolate Sauce
- Heat the heavy cream until simmering, then pour over the chopped chocolate, butter, and honey. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the warm churros immediately with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Freezing the piped churros for 15-20 minutes before frying helps them hold their shape.
- Fry in small batches to maintain even cooking temperature.
- For a baked version, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes, then brush with butter and coat in cinnamon sugar.
- Store leftover churros in an airtight container and reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish