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Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe

Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe
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Enjoy these delightful Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites—crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfectly coated in cinnamon sugar. Made effortlessly in the air fryer, this recipe delivers a classic churro experience with less oil and mess, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert any time of the day.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter plus 1 tablespoon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 1 large egg

Coating

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough mixture: In a pan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar, then bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and gradually add in the flour, stirring continuously until the dough comes together smoothly. Turn off the heat and remove the pan from the stove.
  2. Incorporate egg and vanilla: Transfer the dough from the pan into a large mixing bowl and let it cool for about 4-5 minutes. When slightly cooled, add the egg and vanilla essence. Use an electric hand mixer to beat the mixture until smooth and well combined.
  3. Preheat the air fryer and prepare basket: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the air fryer basket lightly with a neutral nonstick cooking spray such as coconut oil spray to prevent sticking.
  4. Pipe or drop churro bites: Transfer the churro dough into a piping bag and carefully pipe bite-sized churros into the basket without overcrowding. Alternatively, drop spoonfuls of dough into the basket for a different shape.
  5. Cook the churro bites: Lightly brush the top of the churros with butter and air fry for 10-12 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook them in batches to ensure even cooking.
  6. Coat with cinnamon sugar: Mix sugar and cinnamon powder in a shallow bowl. Once cooked, transfer the churros immediately into the cinnamon sugar and toss gently to coat evenly. If needed, brush the churros with melted butter or spray lightly with water or cooking spray to help the coating adhere better.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Serve the churro bites warm with your favorite dips such as chocolate syrup, honey, or Nutella for a delicious indulgent treat.

Notes

  • Ensure the dough has cooled slightly before adding the egg to prevent it from cooking prematurely.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; leave space for the churros to crisp evenly.
  • Use a piping bag with a star tip for classic churro ridges, or simply drop spoonfuls for a softer texture.
  • Brush with melted butter before coating in cinnamon sugar for the best adherence and flavor.
  • These churro bites are best enjoyed fresh and warm for optimal crispiness.

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Keywords: air fryer churros, churro bites, cinnamon sugar snack, sweet snack, easy churros, air fryer dessert, Mexican dessert

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