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The Best Easy Homemade Churros — Ready in 30 Minutes

The Best Easy Homemade Churros — Ready in 30 Minutes
Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min
Serves
10
Calories
216 kcal
Protein
2.00 g
Carbs
26.00 g
Fat
11.00 g

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cupwhite sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoonsground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tablespoonswhite sugar
  • 1 cupwater
  • 1/2 teaspoonsalt
  • 2 tablespoonsvegetable oil (plus more for frying)
  • 1 cupall-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 ouncesdark chocolate (chopped)
  • 1/2 cupheavy cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small, shallow bowl, stir together the sugar and cinnamon.

  2. 2

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the water, sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil then remove from heat. Stir in the flour to form a smooth ball.

  3. 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 375ºF. Line a plate with paper towels.

  4. 4

    Transfer the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip and pipe 4-inch lengths into the hot oil.

  5. 5

    Fry until golden brown, then transfer to the plate to drain and roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

  6. 6

    Place chopped chocolate in a bowl and pour warmed cream over it. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir to combine.