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Easy Homemade Churros with Chocolate Sauce

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the crispy and sweet delight of homemade churros coated in cinnamon sugar, served with a decadent chocolate sauce for dipping.


Ingredients

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For the coating:

  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

For the churros:

  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

For the chocolate sauce:

  • 3 1/2 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Make the coating: Mix white sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the churros: In a saucepan, combine white sugar, water, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in flour until mixture forms a ball. Heat oil for frying. Pipe dough into hot oil, fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, then toss in cinnamon sugar mixture.
  3. Make the chocolate sauce: Heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate. Stir until smooth.

Notes

  • Ensure oil is hot enough for frying to achieve a crispy texture.
  • You can customize the chocolate sauce by adding flavors like vanilla or a touch of cayenne for a kick.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 churro with sauce
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg