Dive into the delightful world of homemade churros with this straightforward recipe that brings the essence of Spanish street food right into your kitchen. These churros are prepared with a basic dough that crisps beautifully when fried, offering a golden exterior and a tender, airy interior. Finished with a generous dusting of sugar, these treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Why You’ll Love This: Churros are beloved for their simple yet satisfying flavor and texture. This recipe offers an easy way to achieve perfect churros with minimal ingredients and effort. The magic happens in the cooking process, transforming the dough into crispy, golden delights that are soft and airy inside. Dip them in your favorite sauce or enjoy them as is for a truly enjoyable treat.
Perfect Occasion: Churros are versatile and can be served at nearly any gathering. They are especially perfect for casual parties, family movie nights, or as a sweet snack after a meal. Serve them during children’s parties for a guaranteed hit, or bring them out at your next barbecue for a delightful dessert that guests can enjoy on the go.
Decoration Tips: Serve these churros with a side of chocolate sauce, caramel, or even fruit preserves for dipping. For an extra touch of sweetness, mix cinnamon with the sugar for dusting. Present them in a tall glass or a paper cone to mimic the street food experience, making them not only delicious but also visually appealing.
Ingredients:
- 75 ml of water
- 1 tsp of sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
- 20 g of butter
- 55 g of flour
- A pinch of salt
- 1 egg
- Begin by heating the water, butter, and a teaspoon of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the flour and a pinch of salt, mixing vigorously until you achieve a smooth, homogenous paste.
- Return the pan to low heat briefly, just a few seconds, stirring constantly to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Take the pan off the heat again, crack in the egg, and mix thoroughly until the egg is fully incorporated into the dough.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star nozzle.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan. When the oil is hot, pipe strips of dough directly into the oil, cutting them with scissors to the desired length.
- Fry the churros until golden brown, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- While still warm, sprinkle the churros generously with sugar.
Enjoy these delightful homemade churros, a simple yet irresistible treat that brings a taste of Spain to your dessert table!
