- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious traditional churros, tasty and versatile. A simple and delicious recipe for lovers of Brazilian cuisine.”
What you need to know
- Fácil de preparar e rápido de fazer
- Inclui várias variações de recheio
- Resultado saudável com ingredientes naturais
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- Sugar and cinnamon to taste for sprinkling
- Doce de leite or chocolate for filling
Instructions
Principal
- In a pot, bring the water and butter to a boil.
- Add the wheat flour, sugar, and salt, and mix until a homogeneous dough is formed.
- Remove from heat and let it warm.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, until the batter is well incorporated.
- Place the dough in a plastic bag or piping bag.
- Heat the oil in a deep frying pan.
- With the piping bag, shape the churros in the skillet with hot oil.
- Fry until golden and remove onto paper towels.
- Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
- Let it cool slightly and fill with dulce de leche or chocolate.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Chef's tips
- Use farinha de trigo orgânica para uma textura mais macia
- Polvilhe açúcar e canela antes de servir para dar um toque extra de sabor
- Frite em óleo quente para garantir um churro crocante e delicioso
Variations
- Use chocolate derretido para recheio, dando um toque de chocolate ao churro
- Substitua a farinha de trigo por farinha de arroz para um sabor mais intenso
Substitutions
- Substitua o açúcar pelo adoçante de baixo teor calórico
- Substitua o doce de leite pelo leite condensado para uma textura mais consistente
How to store
Let cool and fill immediately before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
Can it be frozen?
They do not freeze, as the texture of the churro may change. If necessary, they can be frozen in a thin layer of sugar for up to 1 month. Thaw and heat at room temperature
What to serve with
Best served accompanied by dulce de leche or chocolate, and toast or chocolate cake
Frequently asked questions
What is the total preparation time?
The total preparation time is 50 minutes.
How can I replace the wheat flour?
Wheat flour can be replaced by rice flour, cassava flour, or cornmeal.
Can I use chicken eggs instead of normal eggs?
We do not recommend it, as chicken eggs may not be as light and may give the churro a different flavor.
What should I do if the churros are stuck to the frying pan?
Make sure the skillet is hot enough and use enough oil to prevent sticking.
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