Cinnamon Sugar Churro Bites (Printable)

Golden, cinnamon-sugar coated churro bites for snacking, sharing, and sweet craving satisfaction.

# What you'll need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup water
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Coating

08 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

→ Frying

10 - 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying

# Method:

01 - Combine water, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil.
02 - Reduce heat to low, add all-purpose flour, and stir vigorously until mixture forms a smooth dough and pulls away from the sides.
03 - Remove saucepan from heat. Allow dough to cool for 5 minutes, then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully integrated and smooth.
04 - Spoon dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
05 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan and heat to 350°F (175°C).
06 - Pipe 1-inch lengths of dough directly into the hot oil, cutting with scissors, and fry in batches until golden brown, approximately 2 minutes per batch.
07 - Remove bites with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Toss warm churro bites in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to fully coat.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple basic ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Quick treat ready in around 30 minutes
  • Crisp outside tender inside every single bite
  • Crowd-pleaser at gatherings or family movie night
  • No deep frying equipment needed just a sturdy saucepan and a spoon
02 -
  • Churro bites are best fresh but can be revived in a moderate oven for a crisp bite
  • They freeze well before coating reheat and then dip in cinnamon sugar
  • Customizable flavor swap in nutmeg or cardamom for a new twist
03 -
  • For extra crunch let the dough dry a few minutes on the countertop after piping before frying
  • Always taste your cinnamon with the sugar before coating It makes a difference in balance and intensity
  • Let kids help with the sugar toss it is a fun hands-on part and they can never resist sneaking one or two

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