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Air Fryer Churro Bites: Easy Recipe & Crispy Perfection Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 30 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

These Air Fryer Churro Bites are a delightful twist on the classic churro, delivering crispy, golden bites with a soft, airy inside. Made with a simple choux pastry dough and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, they’re coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture and perfect for dipping in chocolate or caramel sauce. Quick to prepare and easy to make, these churro bites are a fantastic snack or dessert that bring a carnival favorite right into your kitchen.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coating

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Serving

  • Chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce

Instructions

  1. Combine Water, Butter, and Salt: In a medium saucepan, mix water, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the mixture reaches a rolling boil and the butter is fully melted.
  2. Add the Flour: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately add all the flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until a smooth dough forms that pulls away from the pan sides.
  3. Cool the Dough Slightly: Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 5-10 minutes to avoid cooking the eggs when added.
  4. Add the Eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time into the dough, mixing thoroughly after each. The dough will go through a curdled phase but will become smooth and glossy.
  5. Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract evenly into the dough for flavor.
  6. Transfer to Piping Bag: Place the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip or a zip-top bag with a corner cut off, preparing to pipe the bites.
  7. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  8. Pipe the Churro Bites: Pipe 1-2 inch bite-sized pieces directly into the air fryer basket, leaving space between each to prevent sticking. Work in batches if needed.
  9. Air Fry: Cook the bites for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, watching closely as times may vary.
  10. Check for Doneness: Test a churro by cutting it open; the inside should be fully cooked and not doughy. If needed, air fry a little longer.
  11. Remove and Repeat: Transfer cooked bites to a wire rack to cool slightly and repeat air frying with remaining dough.
  12. Combine Sugar and Cinnamon: Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl for coating.
  13. Coat the Churro Bites: Toss warm churro bites in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
  14. Serve Immediately: Enjoy the churro bites warm and crispy, served with your choice of dipping sauces.

Notes

  • Make sure the dough cools slightly before adding eggs to avoid scrambling.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  • Serve immediately after coating for best texture; churros lose crispness if left out too long.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispiness.
  • Use a large star piping tip to get the classic ridged churro texture.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/air-fryer-churro-bites-easy-recipe-and-crispy-perfection-recipe/