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Churros

Cultural Context

Churros are a popular Spanish pastry, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. They are typically served with hot chocolate for dipping. The dish has roots in Spanish and Latin American cultures and has become a beloved treat worldwide, often found at fairs and street vendors.

SpanishESdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup water
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup flour
2 eggs
vegetable oil (about 1-1.5 inches deep)
1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar (for rolling)
additional cinnamon (for rolling)

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

1

In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg; bring to a boil.

2

Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of flour all at once; mix vigorously until a dough forms.

3

Let the dough cool for 5-10 minutes.

4

Add 2 eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously after each addition until fully incorporated.

5

Prepare an electric griddle or skillet with vegetable oil heated to between 375°F and 400°F, about 1-1.5 inches deep.

6

Fill piping bags with the dough, using different piping tips if desired.

7

Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting with scissors to the desired length.

8

Fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes, turning as needed.

9

Remove churros and drain on paper towels.

10

Roll churros in a mixture of 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar and additional cinnamon.

Cooking Techniques

boilingfrying

Equipment Needed

saucepanelectric griddlepiping bagsmixing bowlhand mixercooling rackpaper towelstongsscissors

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Churros con ChocolateSpanish Doughnuts
Local Name: Churros

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