Follow these steps for perfect results
water
butter
brown sugar
salt
flour
cocoa
cinnamon
eggs
vanilla
sugar
oil
for Frying
Combine water, butter, brown sugar, and salt in a pot and bring to a rolling boil.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and cocoa.
Remove the boiling water mixture from heat and add the flour mixture, stirring until combined.
Add eggs and vanilla to the dough and mix well.
Transfer the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a 1M Wilton tip (or cut a corner off the bag).
Heat about 1 inch of cooking oil in a fryer or large pan to medium-high heat.
Pipe 3-4 churros at a time into the hot oil.
Cook for about 1 minute per side, until golden brown.
Remove the churros from the oil and let them cool and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
Mix the remaining sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
Roll the cooled churros in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
Serve with chocolate sauce for dipping.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent soggy churros.
Dust the churros with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Serve with a variety of dipping sauces like chocolate, caramel, or dulce de leche.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Arrange churros artfully on a plate, drizzled with chocolate sauce and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Serve warm with chocolate sauce or caramel sauce.
Complements the sweet and spicy flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popular street food and dessert in Spain and Latin America, often enjoyed during celebrations.
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