Delight in these Classic Churros, a popular Spanish dessert that's perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. These churros are crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside, and coated with a tantalizing blend of sugar and cinnamon. Served with a rich, smooth chocolate dipping sauce, they make for an irresistible treat that's ideal for sharing or enjoying as a snack.
Why You'll Love This
- Irresistible Flavor and Texture: The combination of the crispy exterior and soft interior, along with the cinnamon and sugar coating, is simply divine.
- Fun to Make and Eat: Making churros can be a delightful experience, and eating them is even more enjoyable.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it's a casual gathering, a special celebration, or a cozy night in, churros are always a hit.
- Decadent Chocolate Sauce: The chocolate dipping sauce adds an extra layer of indulgence to these already delicious treats.
Ingredients for Churros:
- 50g butter
- ¼ tsp salt
- 15g sugar (1 tbsp)
- 210g water (1 cup)
- 140g flour (1 cup)
- 2 medium eggs
For Frying:
- 500ml oil
For Coating:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
For Chocolate Dipping Sauce:
- 100g dark chocolate
- 100g heavy cream (38%)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a saucepan, combine butter, salt, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and add flour all at once, stirring well.
- Return to low heat and dry the dough for about 1.5 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Transfer the dough to a mixer with a paddle attachment and mix on low speed for about 5 minutes to cool slightly. Add eggs gradually, achieving a stable and pipable consistency.
- Fry the Churros:
- Heat oil to 170°C. Pipe the dough directly into the hot oil for irregular shapes or pipe onto baking paper, freeze for 15 minutes, and then fry for more precise shapes.
- Fry until golden brown and transfer to a wire rack with paper towels.
- Coat the Churros:
- Roll the warm churros in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
- Prepare the Chocolate Sauce:
- Melt chocolate and cream together in a bowl using microwave pulses until smooth.
Enjoy your Classic Churros with a delicious Chocolate Dipping Sauce!