Description
Delight in the irresistible crunch and cinnamon-sugar coating of these homemade Churros Poppers. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside, these bite-sized treats are fried to golden perfection and dusted with a sweet cinnamon sugar blend, making them an ideal snack or dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frying and Coating
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Boil Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine water, unsalted butter, and salt. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil to melt the butter and dissolve the salt completely.
- Form Dough: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in all-purpose flour vigorously until the mixture comes together into a smooth dough, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to fully integrate them into the dough. Then, stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pot and heat it to 375°F (190°C), which is the ideal temperature for frying churros to a crisp, golden finish.
- Prepare Piping Bag: Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped tip, enabling you to create the classic ridged churro texture.
- Fry Dough Strips: Pipe 1-inch long strips of dough directly into the hot oil. Fry them until they become golden brown and crisp, flipping as needed for even cooking.
- Drain and Coat: Remove the churros poppers from oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. While still warm, roll each piece generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
Notes
- Maintain oil temperature carefully; too low will make churros greasy, too high will burn them.
- Use a deep-fry thermometer for accurate temperature control.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispness and flavor.
- You can substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for a different aroma.
- Ensure eggs are added one at a time to avoid curdling the dough.
