Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade churros coated in cinnamon sugar. These fried Spanish treats are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Dough:
- 1 cup water
 - 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
 
Coating:
- vegetable oil for frying
 - 1/2 cup sugar (for coating)
 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
 
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and oil. Boil, remove from heat, stir in flour to form dough, transfer to piping bag.
 - Fry the Churros: Heat oil, pipe dough into hot oil, fry until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
 - Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl, roll warm churros in the mixture.
 - Serve: Enjoy warm churros as is or with dipping sauce.
 
Notes
- Churros are best served warm.
 - Pair with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche for dipping.
 - Dough can be made ahead and fried when needed.