Description
These churro bites are deliciously crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, made quickly in an air fryer for a healthier treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray or oil for the air fryer
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, butter, and vanilla over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Stir in flour and salt until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag and pipe small bites onto parchment paper.
- Lightly coat churro bites with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 5–7 minutes until golden brown, turning halfway through.
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl and toss the churro bites in the mixture before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with dipping sauces like chocolate, dulce de leche, or fruit jam. Store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg