I LOVE CHURROS Recipe

I recently whipped up a treat using everyday ingredients like water, unsalted butter, eggs, and all-purpose flour to craft a light batter. Crisp after frying, the churros get a delightful twist with a cinnamon and granulated sugar coating that turns them into pure Yummy Comfort Food.

I LOVE CHURROS is one of those recipes that totally blew my mind. I started by heating up a cup of water with 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 2 tbsp granulated sugar along with a pinch of salt.

Then, I mixed in 1 cup of all-purpose flour until it formed a smooth dough before adding in 2 large eggs. I know it sounds simple, but the transformation is wild!

Once the dough was ready, I fried it up in oil until it got that perfect crispy exterior. I then tossed each churro in a mix of 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon.

Every bite reminds me why I love making sweet snacks especially when I’m hunting for that Food Therapy fix or just craving some Yummy Deserts magic. If you ever felt the need for a little Delicious Snacks Recipes adventure, you definitely should give this a try.

It’s simple yet so satisfying, trust me!

Why I Like this Recipe

I love this recipe because it’s super fun to make. I mean, piping the dough feels kinda like a mini art project and lets me feel like a real chef even though it’s pretty simple. Also, the way the dough turns all crispy and golden is just amazin, and the cinnamon sugar gives it that perfect sweet kick that just makes me smile. Lastly, I really appreciate that it’s not too hard to follow; even when I mess up a little, it still tastes awesome, which makes it totally worth trying again.

Ingredients

• Water: essential fluid that activates ingredients and dissolves flavors.
• Unsalted butter: adds rich creamy flavor and smoothness to the dough.
• Granulated sugar: sweetens the mix, bringing a delightful sugary touch.
• Salt: enhances overall flavor and makes the sweet notes pop.
• All-purpose flour: provides structure with carbohydrates and a bit of protein.
• Eggs: bind ingredients, offer moisture, and boost protein content.
• Oil for frying: gives churros their crispy, golden exterior.
• Cinnamon: aromatic spice that delivers a warm, sweet, spiced finish.
• Extra granulated sugar for coating: adds a crunchy, sugary texture.
• These ingredients mix together to form a sweet, indulgent treat.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• Oil for frying
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar for coating
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon for coating

How to Make this

1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

2. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 cup all-purpose flour until it forms a smooth dough.

3. Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes, then beat in 2 large eggs one at a time until fully mixed.

4. Fill a piping bag fitted with a large star tip with the dough.

5. Heat oil in a deep pan until it reaches 375°F (190°C) for frying.

6. Carefully pipe strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting them off at about 4 inches for each churro.

7. Fry the churros for 2-3 minutes per side until they become a golden brown.

8. Use a slotted spoon to remove the churros and place them on paper towels to drain off the extra oil.

9. In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 tsp ground cinnamon.

10. Roll the warm churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture and serve them while hot. Enjoy your tasty churros!

Equipment Needed

1. Small saucepan (for boiling water, butter, sugar, and salt)
2. Measuring cups and spoons (to measure water, flour, butter, sugar, salt, and cinnamon)
3. Wooden spoon (for stirring the dough in the saucepan)
4. Mixing bowl (to beat in the eggs and for making the cinnamon sugar mix)
5. Piping bag with a large star tip (to shape the churro dough)
6. Deep pan (for frying the churros)
7. Frying thermometer (to ensure the oil reaches 375°F/190°C)
8. Slotted spoon (to lift the churros out of the oil)
9. Paper towels (to drain the fried churros)

FAQ

I LOVE CHURROS Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you dont have unsalted butter, you can swap it with margarine or even a bit of vegetable shortening. It might change the flavor a bit but it works just fine.
• For the eggs, if you’re looking for a vegan alternative or just out of eggs, try using a flax egg (mix 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 2 1/2 teaspoons water for each egg).
• If you’re low on all-purpose flour or need a gluten-free option, you can use a gluten-free blend that replaces all-purpose in a 1:1 ratio. Just keep in mind the texture might be a little different.
• Instead of water, you could also substitute with milk for a richer flavor if you dont mind the extra creaminess in your churros.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure the dough is cool enough before you add the eggs so they don’t scramble, and don’t overmix or your dough might get too heavy.
2. Keep an eye on the oil temperature with a thermometer so that it stays around 375°F. If it’s too hot, the churros can burn on the outside while staying raw inside.
3. Use a piping bag with a star tip to create consistent shapes and try not to overcrowd the pan when frying – give the churros enough room to cook evenly.
4. Roll the churros in the cinnamon sugar right after frying while they’re still warm to get that perfect crispy, sweet coating.