Churros Recipe (Quick and Easy)

Looking for a quick and easy dessert? Look no further than churros! This delicious pastry is perfect for any occasion, and best of all, it’s easy to make at home. In this blog post, we will provide a recipe for churros that is sure to please everyone. So what are you waiting for? Get started on your churros today!

What are churros?

Churros are a type of fried pastry that originates from Spain and are a very popular Mexican dessert. They are made by frying dough in hot oil and then rolled in sugar.

Churros are usually long and thin, but can also be made in different shapes such as loops or spirals.

They are made by frying dough in hot oil and then rolled in sugar. Churros can be served plain or with a variety of dipping sauces, such as chocolate or caramel.

What’s the difference between Mexican and Spanish Churros?

The main difference between Mexican and Spanish churros is the shape. Mexican churros are usually straight, while Spanish churros are often shaped into loops or spirals.

Another difference is the coating. In Spain, churros are often coated in sugar, while in Mexico they are often coated in cinnamon and sugar.

What do churros taste like?

Churros taste like doughnuts with a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. They are very tasty and addictive!

Ingredients for Churros

• Water
• Flour
• Salt
• Sugar
• Vegetable oil
• Cinnamon
• Baking powder

Ingredients for churro chocolate sauce

• Dark chocolate
• Heavy cream

How to make churros from scratch

Making churros from scratch is actually very quick and easy! The dough only requires a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.

Once the dough is made, it is fried in hot oil until it is golden brown and crispy.

Finally, the churros are rolled in sugar and served with a chocolate dipping sauce.

Here’s the step-by-step process of making this churros recipe:

1. Mix the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and baking powder – mix well
3. Next, add oil and boiling water. Mix until combined for a thick batter
4. Piping bag: Fill the piping bag with the batter with a 1/3″ star tip nozzle.
5. Heat oil: Heat vegetable oil in a medium or small pot.
6. Pipe & cut: Pipe 6″ length of churro dough and cut with scissors into the oil. Do not overcrowd the pot.
7. Fry until golden brown for 2-3 minutes rotating occasionally
8. Remove from the oil and place on a plate lined with a paper towel to soak up excess oil
9. Roll the churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture

Chocolate dipping sauce:

• Add half cup chocolate and 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Place in a non-stick pan or pot and stir until smooth.
• Pour into a small bowl for dipping

OR

• Place in a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.

What to serve with churros?

• Simple: cinnamon and sugar
• Chocolate dipping sauce
• Caramel dipping sauce (Dulce de Leche or Cajeta)
• Hot chocolate and Whipped cream
• Ice cream
• Fill with Nutella
• Fresh fruit like strawberries

Tips for the best churros

• Make sure to get rid of any air pockets in the piping bag. This will ensure the dough comes out smoother
• Use a large star tip Wilton 1M 
• Use a candy thermometer or deep fry thermometer to measure the temperature of the oil. 340F/170C is the best temp to have the oil at so you don’t over or under cook the churros.
• Depending on the size of the pot you use, only fry 3-5 at a time.
• Prepare your sugar rub and plate with napkins first. Churros cook fairly fast and you want to roll them while they are still warm.
• No piping bag or tip? Use a Ziploc bag and cut a hole at the end. They won’t have the classic churro shape but they will still be tasty!

Can you bake churros instead of frying them?

Yes!

If you want to bake churros instead of frying them, preheat your oven to 400F/200C. Pipe the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture and serve with dipping sauces.

They will of course be a bit different than fried churros, but they will still be delicious!

How to store churros

Churros are best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two.

How to freeze churros

You can also freeze churros for up to a month. Just place them in an airtight freezer bag.

Reheat in the oven for 10 minutes.

You can also freeze the churro dough. Just transfer the dough to a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months! Thaw completely then fry or bake.

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