Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

flour

0.13 tsp

salt

1 cup

water

4 cup

oil

1 tbsp

cinnamon sugar

Step 1
~2 min

In a bowl, combine flour and salt.

Step 2
~2 min

Set the flour mixture aside.

Step 3
~2 min

In a large saucepan, bring water to a full rolling boil.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the flour mixture to the boiling water.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir until the mixture is well blended.

Step 7
~2 min

Let the dough cool for 5 minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

While the dough cools, fit a pastry bag with a medium-size star tip.

Step 9
~2 min

Alternatively, use a cookie press fitted with a star-shaped attachment.

Step 10
~2 min

Place the cooled dough into the pastry bag.

Step 11
~2 min

Squeeze 6-inch lengths of dough onto a large sheet of wax paper.

Step 12
~2 min

In a large, deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.

Step 13
~2 min

Carefully add half of the dough strips to the hot oil.

Step 14
~2 min

Cook for 5 minutes, or until the churros are golden brown, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 15
~2 min

Remove the cooked churros from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 16
~2 min

Repeat the cooking process with the remaining dough strips.

Step 17
~2 min

Place the cooked churros on a serving platter.

Step 18
~2 min

Sprinkle the churros evenly with cinnamon sugar.

Step 19
~2 min

Serve the churros warm and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the oil is hot enough to avoid soggy churros.

Adjust the cinnamon sugar ratio to your taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with chocolate sauce

Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hot chocolate
Mexican coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and dessert in Spanish-speaking countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Snack time
Dessert

Popularity Score

75/100

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