Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 sheet

frozen puff pastry

defrosted

2 tbsp

melted butter

melted

0.25 cup

sugar

2 tsp

cinnamon

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Unfold the defrosted puff pastry sheet.

Step 3
~2 min

Slice the puff pastry into 12 equal pieces.

Step 4
~2 min

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~2 min

Place the puff pastry pieces on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~2 min

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

Step 7
~2 min

While the pastry is baking, combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~2 min

Once the pastry is baked, brush each piece with melted butter.

Step 9
~2 min

Immediately coat the buttered pastry pieces with the sugar and cinnamon mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.

Step 10
~2 min

Place the coated churros on a wire rack and let them sit for 5 minutes to allow the coating to dry slightly.

Key Technique: Coating
Step 11
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use European-style butter.

Serve with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche for dipping.

Adjust cinnamon sugar ratio to taste.

Make sure the puff pastry is cold before slicing, it will be easier to handle

Turn oven broiler on for last minute of cooking for added crispiness. Be careful not to burn them!

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium (cinnamon and butter)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm.

Pair with coffee or hot chocolate.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Mexican hot chocolate

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico (inspired)

Cultural Significance

Churros are a popular street food and dessert in many Hispanic countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Christmas

Occasion Tags

party
snack time
dessert

Popularity Score

75/100

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