Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

water

4 tbsp

unsalted butter

2 tbsp

brown sugar

1 tsp

vanilla extract

0.25 tsp

salt

1 cup

all-purpose flour

4.5 unit

eggs

1 cup

canola oil

for frying

0.5 cup

sugar

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

Step 1
~3 min

In a medium saucepan, heat water, butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt over medium-high heat until simmering.

Step 2
~3 min

Add flour all at once and stir briskly with a wooden spoon until smooth.

Step 3
~3 min

Remove from heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is soft and glossy.

Step 5
~3 min

Transfer dough to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour canola oil into a deep, heavy skillet to a depth of 1 inch and heat to medium heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Pipe dough into the hot oil, forming 6-inch crullers, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Fry crullers, turning once, until golden brown on all sides.

Step 9
~3 min

Drain fried crullers on paper towels.

Step 10
~3 min

Combine sugar and cinnamon in a paper bag.

Step 11
~3 min

Add crullers to the bag and shake until well coated.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure oil is at the correct temperature for even cooking.

Do not overcrowd the pan.

Serve warm for the best taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for a few hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with hot chocolate or coffee.

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican hot chocolate
Vanilla ice cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and dessert in Mexico and other Latin American countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Christmas
Dia de Muertos

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Dessert

Popularity Score

75/100

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