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Crispy Churro Bites

Crispy Churro Bites

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 30 bite-sized churro bites 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy Churro Bites are delightful, bite-sized snacks featuring a crispy fried exterior and a soft, warm inside, coated with a sweet cinnamon and sugar mixture. Perfect as a quick snack or dessert, these treats are easy to make with simple ingredients and deliver a satisfying crunch with every bite. Versatile and kid-friendly, they can be customized with various flavors or fillings to suit any occasion or dietary preference.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 cup Water
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (or coconut oil for vegan option)
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Eggs (or flaxseed meal mixed with water as vegan substitute)

Frying & Coating

  • Vegetable Oil (for frying)
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1–2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
  • Powdered Sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Combine water, unsalted butter, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then quickly stir in the flour until a smooth dough ball forms. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the dough is glossy and fully incorporated.
  2. Pipe the Bites: Transfer the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe small, 1-inch bite-sized pieces onto parchment paper or a baking sheet, spacing them apart to avoid sticking.
  3. Fry Until Golden: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the piped dough bites in small batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels or a wire rack to remove excess oil.
  4. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While still warm, toss the churro bites in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon to coat evenly, locking in their signature sweetness and flavor.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately for the best crispiness or keep warm in the oven until ready to eat. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for added sweetness and presentation.

Notes

  • Maintain oil temperature around 350°F to ensure crispy bites without greasiness.
  • Ensure dough is smooth, sticky, but not too wet for easy piping and ideal texture.
  • Fry bites as soon as they are piped to prevent drying or sticking together.
  • Drain fried bites properly on paper towels or wire rack to keep them crisp.
  • Toss churro bites in cinnamon sugar immediately after frying for best coating adherence.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5 pieces
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 85 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

Keywords: churro bites, crispy snack, cinnamon sugar, fried dessert, bite-sized treats, gluten-free churros, quick dessert, party snacks

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