Description
Enjoy these delightful Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites, a crispy, golden treat perfect for any occasion. Made with a simple dough cooked in an air fryer and coated in cinnamon sugar, these bite-sized churros offer a perfect combination of crunchy exterior and soft interior without the need for deep frying.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a medium saucepan, bring the water, butter, granulated sugar, and salt to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the flour until a cohesive dough forms.
- Incorporate Eggs: Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes, then add eggs one at a time, stirring thoroughly after each addition to achieve a smooth, slightly sticky dough.
- Add Flavoring: Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until fully combined.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Pipe Churro Bites: Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip or a ziplock bag with the tip snipped off. Pipe 1-inch long bite-sized pieces into the air fryer basket, spacing them slightly apart.
- Cook: Air fry the churro bites for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Coat: While cooking, mix the cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Once cooked, immediately toss the hot churro bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly.
Notes
- Make sure the dough cools slightly before adding eggs to prevent cooking them in the hot dough.
- Using a piping bag with a star tip gives the churros a traditional ridged texture.
- Space the churro bites apart to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, these can be baked or fried, but cooking times and methods will vary.
- Serve churro bites fresh for the best texture and flavor.
