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air fryer churro bites budget friendly

5-Ingredient Air Fryer Churro Bites – Budget Bliss


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  • Author: flavorcheap_firstpin
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, golden churro bites made easily in your air fryer. A budget-friendly sweet treat ready in minutes.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon (for coating)
  • 2 tbsp sugar (for coating)


Instructions

  1. Boil water, sugar, salt, and oil in a pot.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Pipe or spoon small dough portions into your air fryer basket.
  5. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes until golden.
  6. Mix cinnamon and sugar for coating.
  7. Toss warm churro bites in the cinnamon-sugar mix.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a piping bag with a star tip for classic churro shapes.
  • Check at 6 minutes to prevent over-browning.
  • Double the batch for larger servings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican