Crispy Cinnamon-Sugar Churros with Hot Chocolate
Fried churros dusted with cinnamon sugar, served with warm melted chocolate for dipping. Golden, crispy outside, pillowy inside—ready in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix flour and water in a bowl until a thick, smooth dough forms. Let rest 2 minutes.
Step 2
Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (use a thermometer). The surface should shimmer.
Step 3
Transfer dough to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 5-inch strips directly into hot oil.
Step 4
Fry until golden brown on both sides, ~3 minutes total. Flip once halfway. Drain on paper towels.
Step 5
Toss warm churros in cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated. Set aside.
Step 6
Melt chocolate chips with milk in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Serve as dip.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- pastry bag with large star tip
- deep skillet or Dutch oven (3+ quart)
- instant-read thermometer
- slotted spoon or tongs
- paper towels
- shallow dish for cinnamon-sugar
- small saucepan
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