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Crispy Churro Bites Recipe Easy Homemade Snack with Chocolate Sauce

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These crispy churro bites are quick and easy to make, featuring a crunchy exterior and tender inside, coated in cinnamon sugar and served with a velvety chocolate dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 2 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (35 g), cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (12 g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g), sifted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (about 4 cups / 950 ml)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g) for coating
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (8 g) for coating
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120 ml) for chocolate sauce
  • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (115 g)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (14 g), softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  2. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 1 minute). Let the dough cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer the dough to a large bowl. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. If the dough feels too stiff, add a teaspoon of water to loosen it slightly.
  4. Pour vegetable oil into a deep fryer or heavy pot to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Mix ½ cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
  6. Fill a piping bag fitted with a large star tip with the dough. Pipe 1 ½-inch pieces directly into the hot oil, cutting the dough with scissors or a knife. Fry in batches of 6 to 8 bites.
  7. Fry churro bites for about 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
  8. While still warm, toss the churro bites in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
  9. In a small saucepan, heat ½ cup heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over chopped bittersweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
  10. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for a glossy finish.
  11. Arrange the churro bites on a serving plate with a small bowl of chocolate sauce. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Let the dough cool before adding eggs to avoid scrambling. Maintain oil temperature around 350°F for best crispiness. Fry in small batches to prevent oil temperature drop. Freshly mix cinnamon sugar before coating. Chocolate sauce can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

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