Fun Easy Recipes: Mini Churros with Caramel Dip
Crispy, golden churros coated in cinnamon sugar — a fun and festive dessert perfect for summer sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12–14 churros 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup water
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½ cup unsalted butter
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1 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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Vegetable oil, for frying
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½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
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2 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
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In a saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil.
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Stir in flour all at once and mix until a smooth ball forms.
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Let cool 5–7 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating until smooth.
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Transfer to a piping bag with star tip.
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Heat oil to 375°F. Pipe 4–6 inch strips into oil, snipping ends.
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Fry 2–3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
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Roll warm churros in cinnamon sugar.
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Serve with chocolate dipping sauce if desired.
Notes
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For vegan version, use flax egg and plant butter.
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Bake instead of fry for lighter churros.
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Great with vanilla ice cream or fruity dips.