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Churro Poppers

Churro Poppers are bite-sized, golden-fried treats coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend. These crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside poppers are perfect for dipping in chocolate or caramel sauce. Whether for a party, snack, or dessert, these mini churros are irresistibly delicious and easy to make!
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Equipment

  • - Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • - Piping bag with a star tip (optional)
  • - Deep frying pan or pot
  • - Slotted spoon or tongs
  • - Paper towels

Ingredients
  

  • #### **For the Churro Dough**
  • - 1 cup water
  • - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • - 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • - 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • - 2 large eggs
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • #### **For Frying**
  • - Vegetable oil for deep frying
  • #### **For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating**
  • - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • #### **For Dipping Optional**
  • - Melted chocolate
  • - Caramel sauce
  • - Dulce de leche

Instructions
 

  • #### **Step 1: Make the Churro Dough**
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Stir in flour and mix vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough forms a smooth ball. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. The dough should be thick and smooth.
  • #### **Step 2: Heat the Oil**
  • Pour oil into a deep pan or pot, heating to 350°F (175°C).
  • #### **Step 3: Fry the Churro Poppers**
  • Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip (or use a spoon for round poppers).
  • Pipe or scoop small dough balls directly into the hot oil.
  • Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • #### **Step 4: Coat with Cinnamon Sugar**
  • Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  • Roll warm churro poppers in the mixture until fully coated.
  • #### **Step 5: Serve & Enjoy**
  • - Serve warm with chocolate, caramel, or dulce de leche for dipping!