Description
Fluffy Air Fryer Churro Bites are a delightful treat with a crispy outside and a fluffy inside, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the guilt of traditional frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for coating)
- Oil spray for air frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Bring this mixture to a boil.
- Mix the Ingredients: Remove from heat and stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until a cohesive dough forms.
- Cool the Mixture: Allow the dough to cool slightly.
- Prepare to Pipe: Transfer your cooled dough into a piping bag.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Shape the Bites: Pipe small rounds of dough onto a parchment-lined tray.
- Spray for Crispiness: Lightly spray the churro bites with oil spray.
- Air Fry the Churro Bites: Cook for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Coat with Sugar-Cinnamon Mixture: Roll warm churro bites in the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, with optional dipping sauces.
Notes
For added richness, consider serving with chocolate sauce, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of sea salt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg