Ingredients
- Water: 1 cup
- Unsalted Butter: 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons)
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Large Eggs: 2
- Granulated Sugar: 1/2 cup (for cinnamon sugar coating)
- Ground Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon (for cinnamon sugar coating)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Melted Butter: 2 tablespoons (for coating churro bites)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Churro Dough. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat, add 1 cup all-purpose flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball. Return to low heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring to dry out the dough slightly. Transfer to a mixing bowl, let cool for 5 minutes, then beat in the 2 large eggs one at a time until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Step 2: Shape and Prepare for Air Frying. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the churro dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Lightly grease the air fryer basket or line with parchment paper. Pipe 1-2 inch lengths of dough directly into the air fryer basket, ensuring pieces are not touching. Lightly brush or spray the churro bites with the 2 tablespoons melted butter.
- Step 3: Air Fry the Churro Bites. Air fry the churro bites at 350°F (175°C) for 8-12 minutes, shaking the basket gently halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy. Cooking time may vary; work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, ensuring even cooking.
- Step 4: Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating. While the churro bites are air frying, in a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. Stir well to mix thoroughly.
- Step 5: Coat and Serve. Once the churro bites are cooked, immediately transfer them from the air fryer to the shallow dish with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Toss gently to coat all sides evenly. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, if desired.
Notes
- While best enjoyed fresh, you can store any leftover churro bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a day. For optimal texture, consider coating them with cinnamon sugar just before serving.
- To bring back their delightful crispness, reheat stored churro bites in your air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 3-5 minutes, or in a conventional oven until warmed through, then toss in fresh cinnamon sugar if desired.
- Elevate your churro experience by serving these warm bites alongside a luscious chocolate fudge sauce, a rich dulce de leche, or a tangy cream cheese frosting for an extra special treat!
- For truly crispy churro bites, don't rush the drying-out stage of the dough in Step 1; ensuring the dough is slightly dry before adding the eggs is crucial for achieving that perfect crunchy exterior in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 churro bites (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 260
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 22g