“I made a batch of these for movie night and they were gone before the opening credits finished! So addictive.”

These Churro Snacks are a fun and easy treat to make at home! A simple dough is piped and fried until golden and crispy, then coated in sweet cinnamon sugar or your favorite toppings. Perfect for a quick dessert or a fun snack.

Churro Snacks

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
2. Bring to a Boil: Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a rolling boil. Ensure the butter is fully melted.
3. Add Flour: Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately and add the all-purpose flour all at once.
4. Form Dough: Stir the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until it forms a smooth ball that pulls away from the sides of the pan. This step cooks the flour slightly.
5. Transfer to Piping Bag: Transfer the warm churro dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip (a medium or large star tip works well for the classic churro ridges).
6. Heat Oil: In a large pot or deep skillet, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). Use a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the oil temperature for best results.
7. Pipe Churros: Carefully pipe 4-inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil. Use a pair of clean kitchen scissors to cut the dough cleanly from the piping bag as you pipe it into the oil. Avoid overcrowding the pot; fry in batches if necessary.
8. Fry Until Golden: Fry the churros until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, which typically takes about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Turn them gently with tongs to ensure even cooking.
9. Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fried churros from the hot oil using a slotted spoon or tongs and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil.
10. Add Toppings (Optional): While the churros are still warm, if desired, roll them in a mixture of cinnamon sugar or dust them generously with powdered sugar.
11. Serve Immediately: Serve the churro snacks immediately while they are warm and crispy. They are delicious on their own or with your favorite dipping sauces like chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or even a dulce de leche. Enjoy!