Description
Enjoy the classic taste of Disney churros with this simple and delicious recipe. These golden, cinnamon-coated churro bites are crispy on the outside and tender inside, perfect for a homemade treat or party snack. Made from scratch using basic ingredients, they deliver the authentic flavor and texture of the theme park favorite.
Ingredients
Churro Dough
- 1 cup water
- 8 tablespoons butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon (divided into ¼ teaspoon and ½ teaspoon)
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 eggs
Frying & Coating
- 1½ cups vegetable oil (or canola oil)
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Combine water, butter, salt, and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon in a 1½-quart saucepan over medium heat and bring to a rolling boil.
- Form the dough ball: Reduce heat to low, add flour, and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add eggs: Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until fully incorporated. Set the dough aside.
- Heat oil: Using caution, heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet or 1-quart saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350˚F (177˚C).
- Pipe churros: Spoon the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 1-inch strips of dough over the saucepan, cutting with a knife and dropping each strip carefully into the hot oil. Repeat until there is enough room in the pan for frying without overcrowding.
- Fry churros: Fry the churro bites until they turn golden brown, turning as needed for even cooking.
- Drain oil: Remove the churro bites using a slotted spoon or mesh spider strainer and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Mix sugar and ½ teaspoon cinnamon in a medium bowl, then toss the fried churro bites until fully coated.
- Serve: Place the coated churro bites on a serving plate and enjoy them warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make sure the oil temperature stays around 350˚F to ensure crispy churros without absorbing too much oil.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to keep the oil temperature stable and allow even cooking.
- Use a large star piping tip to get the classic churro ridges and texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a vegan butter alternative.
- These churros are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in an oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
