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Cinnamon Churro Bites with Hot Chocolate

Crispy fried dough tossed in cinnamon sugar, ready in 15 minutes. Serve with warm hot chocolate for dunking.

Total time
15 min
Servings
12
Calories
185
Protein
2g
Cinnamon Churro Bites with Hot Chocolate
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl until combined.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a heavy pot to 350°F. Pipe 2-inch lengths of dough directly into hot oil using a churrera or pastry bag.

  3. Step 3

    Fry 6-8 churros at a time, 90 seconds per side until golden brown and crispy.

  4. Step 4

    Transfer to paper towels and drain immediately.

  5. Step 5

    Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl, then toss warm churros to coat.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot with warm hot chocolate for dunking.

Tools you’ll need

  • heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
  • thermometer
  • pastry bag or churrera
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towels
  • shallow bowl

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