Air Fryer Churro Bites
Quick and easy Air Fryer Churro Bites that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, coated in cinnamon sugar for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
For the Churro Dough
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
For Air Frying
- Oil spray
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium saucepan, bring water and butter to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the flour and salt to the boiling mixture, stirring continuously until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure the dough is smooth and consistent.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper and using a piping bag fitted with a large star tip, pipe small rounds of dough onto the parchment paper. Lightly spray the dough rounds with oil.
Cooking
- Air fry the churro bites for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- While the churro bites are cooking, mix the sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl.
- Once the churro bites are done, immediately roll them in the warm cinnamon sugar to coat.
Serving
- Serve Air Fryer Churro Bites while they’re still warm for the best experience.
Notes
Store leftover churro bites in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, use the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes. Consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt for a sweet-savory twist.