Description
These Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites are a guilt-free indulgence that bring the carnival spirit right into your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the water, granulated sugar, and salt until combined. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Remove from the heat and add flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Stir until a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe small bites onto parchment paper, about 1-inch long.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray and place churro bites in the basket.
- Cook for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crisp, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Whisk together the sugar and cinnamon in a bowl while churro bites cool slightly. Toss the warm churro bites in the cinnamon sugar until well coated.
Notes
Serve with chocolate sauce or caramel for dipping. Enjoy with ice cream for an indulgent treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 churro bites
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: churros, air fryer, dessert, sweet treats, carnival food