Description
Enjoy perfectly crispy outside and tender inside Authentic Churros coated with cinnamon sugar. This quick and simple recipe uses pantry staples and plant-based natural ingredients to create golden-fried delights perfect for dipping or serving with sweet accompaniments.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (plus more for frying)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
For the Coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
Optional for Serving
- Powdered plant-based sugar
- Warm plant-based chocolate sauce (natural)
- Fresh berries
- Plant-based caramel sauce (natural)
- Creamy vanilla custard (plant-based)
- Warm grape juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Bring water, a pinch of salt, apple cider vinegar (natural), and vegetable oil to a gentle boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once simmering, remove from heat immediately and stir in all-purpose flour and natural gelling agent until a smooth, cohesive dough forms.
- Heat the Oil for Frying: Pour vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pan and heat to about 350°F (175°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to maintain correct temperature for even cooking and minimal oil absorption.
- Pipe the Dough: Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star-shaped nozzle. Pipe 4-5 inch long strips directly into the hot oil and cut with scissors to desired length as you go.
- Fry Until Golden and Crisp: Fry churros in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp on the outside, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While still warm, toss churros in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon powder. The heat helps sugar stick for the classic delicious coating.
Notes
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for the perfect crispy exterior without burning.
- Dough should be smooth and firm enough to hold shape when piped.
- Use a star nozzle for churros with the traditional ridged texture.
- Drain fried churros well on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve churros hot for best contrast of crispy outside and soft inside.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 churros
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: authentic churros, cinnamon sugar churros, fried desserts, plant-based churros, vegan churros
