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Sweet and Salty Churro Bites

Sweet and Salty Churro Bites are delightfully crispy bites that are tossed in a heavenly mixture of cinnamon and sugar with a hint of salt.
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Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Piping bag with a star tip
  • Frying pan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towels
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • Directions
  • Prepare the Dough:
  • In a medium saucepan combine the water, butter, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and add the flour all at once stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Remove from heat.
  • Allow the dough to cool for 5 minutes then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  • Pipe the Dough:
  • Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  • Heat the Oil:
  • In a large frying pan heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  • Fry the Churro Bites:
  • Pipe 1-inch lengths of dough into the hot oil using a pair of scissors to cut the dough. Fry the churro bites in batches, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
  • Remove the churro bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
  • In a mixing bowl combine 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and sea salt.
  • Toss the warm churro bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
  • Serve:
  • Serve the churro bites warm and enjoy!
  • Prep Time:
  • 15 minutes
  • Cook Time:
  • 15 minutes
  • Total Time:
  • 30 minutes
  • Nutrition per serving, based on 8 servings:
  • Calories: 210
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 8g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Enjoy these Sweet and Salty Churro Bites as a fun and tasty snack perfect for any time of the day!

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Remove from heat.
  • Allow the dough to cool for 5 minutes, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  • Pipe the Dough:
  • Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  • Heat the Oil:
  • In a large frying pan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  • Fry the Churro Bites:
  • Pipe 1-inch lengths of dough into the hot oil, using a pair of scissors to cut the dough. Fry the churro bites in batches, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
  • Remove the churro bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
  • In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and sea salt.
  • Toss the warm churro bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
  • Serve:
  • Serve the churro bites warm, and enjoy!
  • Prep Time:
  • 15 minutes
  • Cook Time:
  • 15 minutes
  • Total Time:
  • 30 minutes
  • Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):
  • Calories: 210
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 8g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Enjoy these Sweet and Salty Churro Bites as a fun and tasty snack perfect for any time of the day!