- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 350 kcal
Quick summary
“Crispy fried churros filled with dulce de leche, perfect for sweetening any moment. It is worth it for the crispy texture and sweet flavor.”
What you need to know
- Massa é formada com água, açúcar, manteiga e farinha de trigo
- Frita em óleo quente até ficar dourado
- Recheado com doce de leite e polvilhado com açúcar e canela
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- Doce de leite for filling
- Sugar and cinnamon for sprinkling
Instructions
Principal
- In a pot, place the water, sugar, salt, and butter. Bring to a boil.
- Add the wheat flour and mix vigorously until a homogeneous dough forms that pulls away from the bottom of the pan.
- Remove from the heat and let cool for a few minutes.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well until the batter is smooth and shiny.
- Place the dough in a piping bag with a star tip.
- In a pan with hot oil, press the bag to form strips of approximately 10 cm.
- Fry until the churros are golden on both sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Fill the churros with dulce de leche using a fine tip.
- Sprinkle with the sugar and cinnamon mixture before serving.
Chef's tips
- Aqueça o óleo antes de fritar para churros mais crocantes
- Mexa bem a massa antes de rechear para evitar bolhas
- Sirva imediatamente para garantir a textura crocante
Variations
- Adicione canela na massa para um sabor mais intenso
- Use chocolate em pó no recheio para churros com sabor de chocolate
- Adicione raspas de limão na massa para dar um toque cítrico
Substitutions
- Açúcar pode ser substituído por xilitol para dietas mais rigorosas
- Farinha de trigo pode ser substituída por farinha de mandioca para variação
- Doce de leite pode ser substituído por brigadeiro derretido
How to store
Store the churros in an airtight box in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Avoid storing with too much sugar to prevent mold.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze ready-made churros, as they lose their crunchiness when defrosting. If you wish to freeze, fry half, freeze, and fry the other half when serving.
What to serve with
Serve with lemon juice or coffee to complement the sweetness of the churros.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to serve the churros?
Serve the churros with lemon juice or coffee to complement the sweetness of the churros.
How many calories per serving?
Each serving has approximately 350 calories.
How to store the churros?
Store the churros in an airtight box in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Avoid storing with too much sugar to prevent mold.
Can you freeze ready-made churros?
It is not recommended to freeze ready-made churros, as they lose their crunchiness when thawing. If you wish to freeze, fry half, freeze, and fry the other half when serving.
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