Churros con Chocolate
Crispy fried Spanish churros served with thick, decadent hot chocolate for dipping. A classic dessert that's perfect for breakfast or an indulgent treat.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 7g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Set aside.
Step 2
In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Remove from heat and stir in flour until a thick dough forms.
Step 4
Transfer dough to a churrera (churro maker) or pastry bag fitted with a large star tip.
Step 5
Heat vegetable oil to 375°F in a deep skillet or heavy pot.
Step 6
Pipe 6-inch churro strips directly into hot oil and fry 2-3 at a time until golden brown on both sides, about 1 minute per side.
Step 7
Remove churros with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Step 8
While still warm, coat churros generously with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Step 9
In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of milk to create a slurry.
Step 10
Heat remaining milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming.
Step 11
Add chopped chocolate and whisk until melted and smooth.
Step 12
Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and vanilla extract, stirring constantly until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 13
Pour warm chocolate into serving cups and arrange warm churros on a plate alongside.
Tools you’ll need
- saucepan
- shallow bowl
- churrera or pastry bag with large star tip
- deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot
- instant-read thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- serving cups
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