Fluffy Air Fryer Churro Bites with Cinnamon Sugar
Bite-sized, air-fried churros that are crispy outside and fluffy inside, coated in cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 bites 1x
Ingredients
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted butter, for coating
1/4 cup granulated sugar, for coating
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, for coating
Optional: chocolate sauce or caramel for dipping
Instructions
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In a saucepan, combine water, butter, 2 tbsp sugar, and salt. Heat to a gentle boil.
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Remove from heat and stir in flour until a smooth ball forms.
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Cool dough 3–5 minutes, then beat in eggs one at a time, stirring in vanilla.
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Pipe small dollops onto parchment paper.
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Cook for 8–10 minutes until golden and puffed.
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Brush with melted butter and roll in cinnamon-sugar. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra fluffiness, beat eggs thoroughly and avoid overcrowding the air fryer. Reheat in air fryer to maintain crispiness.