Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 cup

canola oil

for frying

1.5 cup

Mexican chocolate

melted

0.75 cup

heavy cream

3 tbsp

unsalted butter

2 tbsp

granulated sugar

0.25 tsp

kosher salt

1 cup

unbleached all-purpose flour

3 unit

eggs

1 cup

granulated sugar

2 tsp

ground cinnamon

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat canola oil to 375°F in a Dutch oven or fryer.

Step 2
~3 min

Prepare a double boiler by bringing water to a simmer.

Step 3
~3 min

Melt the Mexican chocolate in the double boiler.

Step 4
~3 min

Remove the melted chocolate from heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir in heavy cream until smooth.

Step 6
~3 min

Set the chocolate sauce aside.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat 1 cup water, butter, sugar, and salt in a saucepot over medium heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Bring the mixture to 155°F.

Step 9
~3 min

Add flour and stir until smooth, about 1 minute.

Step 10
~3 min

Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 11
~3 min

Spoon the batter into a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.

Step 12
~3 min

Pipe the batter into the hot oil in 6-inch strips or desired shapes.

Step 13
~3 min

Avoid overcrowding the pot.

Step 14
~3 min

Fry for 3-5 minutes, turning once until golden brown.

Step 15
~3 min

Remove churros and drain on paper towels.

Step 16
~3 min

Combine sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.

Step 17
~3 min

Toss the hot churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve the churros with the Mexican chocolate dipping sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature for even cooking.

Do not overcrowd the pot when frying to prevent the churros from sticking together.

Toss the churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture while they are still hot for the best coating.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chocolate sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm

Offer a variety of dipping sauces

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Spain and Latin America.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

party
holiday
dessert night

Popularity Score

85/100

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