Delicious Baked Churro Bites (Crowd-Pleasing Recipe) Recipe
These Delicious Baked Churro Bites are a crowd-pleasing treat that combines a crispy exterior with a soft, chewy interior, perfectly coated in cinnamon sugar. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 24 churro bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough:
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 5 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter
- 2 packed tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 1 1/4 cups plain flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 large eggs
Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing before adding sugar)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a saucepan, combine water, butter, brown sugar, and salt. Simmer, then add flour and cook until a soft dough forms. Allow to cool slightly.
- Step 2: Cool and Incorporate Eggs
After cooling, add vanilla extract. Mix in eggs one at a time until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 3: Prepare for Piping and Baking
Preheat oven, line baking sheets, transfer dough to a pastry bag, and pipe onto sheets.
- Step 4: Bake the Churros
Spray churros, mist pan with water, bake until golden brown, then let rest in the warm oven.
- Step 5: Finish with Cinnamon Sugar
Brush churros with melted butter, coat in cinnamon sugar, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a fun twist, consider adding a dipping sauce like chocolate or caramel!
- These churros are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 churro bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Churros, Baked Churro Bites, Cinnamon Sugar Churros, Easy Dessert Recipe
