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15-Minute Churros With Chocolate Dip

Crispy fried pastry strips dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with silky warm chocolate sauce. This Spanish-style dessert feels fancy but comes together in under 10 minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
4g
15-Minute Churros With Chocolate Dip
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 cups neutral oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (use a thermometer). Mix cinnamon with 2 tbsp sugar in a shallow bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk flour, milk, salt, and 1 tbsp sugar in a bowl until smooth batter forms.

  3. Step 3

    Transfer batter to a pastry bag or churrera. Pipe 4-inch strips directly into hot oil.

  4. Step 4

    Fry 60-90 seconds per side until golden brown and crispy on both edges.

  5. Step 5

    Drain on a paper towel, then toss in cinnamon-sugar while still warm.

  6. Step 6

    Heat chocolate and cream together until melted and smooth, about 90 seconds. Serve churros with warm chocolate dip.

Tools you’ll need

  • deep skillet or Dutch oven
  • deep-fry thermometer
  • pastry bag with large star or round tip (or churrera)
  • paper towels
  • shallow bowl
  • whisk
  • small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • slotted spoon or spider strainer

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