Easy Churros Recipe • Quick Summer Dessert Idea
Crispy, golden churros rolled in cinnamon sugar — a fun and irresistible summer dessert, perfect for parties, picnics, or a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12–15 churros 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup water
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½ cup unsalted butter
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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¼ tsp salt
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
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½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
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1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
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In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil.
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Remove from heat; stir in flour until a dough forms.
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Let cool 10 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Mix until smooth.
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Heat oil to 375°F.
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Pipe dough into hot oil using a star tip. Cut into 4–6 inch lengths.
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Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
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Drain briefly, then roll in cinnamon sugar while warm.
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Serve immediately with optional chocolate or caramel dipping sauce.
Notes
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Make ahead: Prepare dough 1 day in advance.
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Freeze raw churros for future frying.
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For baked churros: Bake at 400°F for 18–20 minutes.