Description
Churros with chocolate sauce are the ultimate indulgence, featuring a crispy golden shell and a soft, pillowy interior. This easy homemade recipe will transport you to dessert paradise with every bite. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home, serve these delicious churros warm, dipped in rich chocolate sauce for an unforgettable experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and sugar over medium heat until boiling. Remove from heat and stir in flour until it forms a ball.
- Allow the dough to cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, mixing until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Pipe strips of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry churros until golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain churros on paper towels and coat them in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
- For the chocolate sauce, melt dark chocolate chips with cream over low heat until smooth.
- Serve churros warm with the chocolate dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 churros (60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - Customize your churros by adding vanilla extract to the dough or infusing orange zest into the chocolate sauce. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for optimal crispiness.