Description
Air Fryer churros are a delightful twist on the classic treat, featuring a perfectly crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. These golden-brown delights are dusted with sugar and cinnamon, making them an irresistible snack for any occasion. Whether you’re indulging in a sweet craving or adding a fun dessert to your Taco Tuesday, these air fryer churros offer the same festival joy without the long lines. Enjoy them warm with chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt over medium heat until boiling. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a smooth ball forms.
- Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes before adding eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe strips onto parchment paper.
- Preheat air fryer to 375?F (190?C) for 5 minutes.
- Place piped churros in the air fryer basket in batches and cook for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Toss warm churros in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 churros (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg