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air fryer churro donuts valentines day

Irresistible Air Fryer Churro Donuts for Valentine’s Day


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  • Author: flavorcheap_firstpin
  • Total Time: 23 mins
  • Yield: 12 donuts
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy air-fried churro donuts with a cinnamon sugar coating, perfect for Valentine’s Day.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • Cooking spray


Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, heat water, butter, sugar, and salt until boiling.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.
  4. Let cool slightly, then mix in egg and vanilla.
  5. Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip.
  6. Pipe small heart-shaped donuts onto parchment paper.
  7. Spray with cooking spray and air fry for 6-8 minutes until golden.
  8. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  9. Coat warm donuts in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter if piping is difficult.
  • For extra sweetness, drizzle with melted chocolate.
  • Best enjoyed fresh.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican