Homemade Churro Bites with Nutella
Enjoy these delightful, crispy churro bites rolled in cinnamon sugar and served with rich Nutella for dipping.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup water This is the foundation of our dough, bringing together all the flavors.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture; make sure it’s unsalted for perfect balance.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour The body of our churros; sifted for a lighter texture!
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor; don’t skip this!
- 2 pieces eggs They help bind everything together, creating that perfect fluffy bite.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract A touch of sweetness and warmth—feel free to use pure extract for extra flavor.
For Coating
- 1 cup granulated sugar Coats the crispy churros in rosy delight; it’s a must!
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon The magic dust that transforms ordinary bites into extraordinary ones.
For Frying
- Nutella to taste Nutella for dipping Because every churro deserves a chocolate buddy!
- Oil for frying Oil for frying This should be a neutral oil like vegetable or canola.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine the water and unsalted butter, bringing it to a gentle boil. Stir occasionally.
- Once boiling, quickly stir in the all-purpose flour and salt until it forms a ball.
- Remove from heat and let the dough cool for 5 minutes. Then, beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Pipe or spoon the dough into the hot oil in bite-sized pieces and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon while the churros fry.
- Roll the fried churro bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while warm.
- Serve warm with Nutella for dipping.
Notes
Work quickly with the dough to maintain a fluffy texture. Use a thermometer to ensure oil is at the right temperature for frying.