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Crispy Air Fryer Churros Recipe Easy Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Treats

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy churros made in an air fryer, coated with cinnamon sugar and served with a homemade chocolate sauce. Perfect for a light, indulgent treat without the mess of deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) water
  • 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Vegetable oil spray
  • Cinnamon sugar coating: 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • Chocolate sauce: 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free), 3 tbsp powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until butter melts and mixture bubbles, about 5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and quickly stir in all-purpose flour until dough forms a smooth ball, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Let dough cool for 5 minutes until warm but not hot. Beat egg in a separate bowl and stir into dough until fully incorporated and glossy.
  4. Lightly spray air fryer basket with vegetable oil spray.
  5. Fill a piping bag fitted with a large star tip with the churro dough.
  6. Pipe 4-inch long strips into the air fryer basket, leaving space between each. Cut dough after each strip.
  7. Lightly spray piped churros with vegetable oil spray.
  8. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  9. While churros cook, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
  10. Remove churros from air fryer and immediately toss in cinnamon sugar coating while warm.
  11. To make chocolate sauce, whisk cocoa powder, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth and warm, about 3-5 minutes. Do not boil.
  12. Serve churros warm with chocolate sauce for dipping.

Notes

Cool dough before adding egg to avoid scrambling. Spray air fryer basket and churros with oil to prevent sticking and ensure crispiness. Flip churros halfway through cooking for even color and crunch. Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model. If dough is too thick to pipe, add warm water teaspoon by teaspoon. Chocolate sauce can be loosened with a splash of cream or milk if too thick.

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