Description
Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, these air fryer churro bites are a quick and delicious treat. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (for coating)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.
- Let the dough cool slightly, then mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a star tip.
- Pipe small churro bites onto parchment paper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly spray the churro bites with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Toss the warm churro bites in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a sturdy piping bag to avoid bursting.
- For extra gooeyness, undercook slightly by 1 minute.
- Best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mexican