Description
Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence with these Crispy Cinnamon Air Fryer Churro Bites. These bite-sized churros offer a delightful crunch on the outside and a soft, flavorful interior coated in cinnamon sugar. Perfect for snacking or dessert, these air-fried treats are quick and easy to make, making them a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
For the Coating:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
Instructions
- Make the Dough: Combine water, butter, salt, and sugar in a saucepan. Boil, then add flour and stir until dough forms. Cool briefly.
- Mix the Dough: Add egg and vanilla to the dough, mix until smooth and pliable.
- Pipe the Churros: Transfer dough to a piping bag, pipe churros into air fryer basket.
- Air Fry the Churros: Brush churros with melted butter and air fry until golden and crispy.
- Coat the Churros: Toss cooked churros in cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with optional dipping sauces.
Notes
- Butter Brushing: Brush churros with butter for a golden finish.
- Custom Coatings: Experiment with cocoa powder or brown sugar.
- Storage: Store leftovers airtight for up to 2 days; reheat in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
