Description
Churros Poppers are a delightful twist on the classic churro, transforming them into bite-sized pieces of crispy goodness with a warm, fluffy center. These mini treats are coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar blend and are perfect for dipping into rich chocolate sauce or enjoying plain.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder (for dusting)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Chocolate sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Add flour all at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time while beating until fully incorporated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to about 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip; pipe small rounds directly into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Toss warm poppers in cinnamon sugar and serve with chocolate sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix chocolate chips into the dough or fill them with cream cheese before frying. Ensure oil is sufficiently heated to avoid greasy churros; use a thermometer for accuracy.