- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 60 min
- Yield
- 12 churros
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 500 kcal
Quick summary
“Homemade churros are a delicious treat that is easy to make, perfect for an afternoon coffee or dessert.”
What you need to know
['- Dough is made with wheat flour, sugar, and eggs', '- Frying in hot oil until golden', '- Formed with a piping bag and star tip', '- Serves as a dessert or quick snack', '- Perfect for parties and celebrations']
Ingredients
Main
- cup milk
- twin ovo
- to fill
- cinnamon sugar
- tablespoons wheat flour
- tablespoon sugar
- for frying
- tablespoons butter
- tablespoon sugar
- tablespoon salt
Instructions
Principal
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a star tip. Heat the oil in a deep fryer and mold the churros into the desired shape. Fry until golden, drain on paper towels, and toss in the sugar and cinnamon mixture. Fill with doce de leite or chocolate before serving.
Chef's tips
['- Heat the oil until it reaches 180°C before frying', '- Use paper towels to drain excess oil', '- Add cinnamon or sugar at the end for more flavor']
Variations
['- Add milk chocolate to the dough for filled churros', '- Use different piping bag shapes for variety', '- Try spices like cinnamon, sugar, or cloves in the dough']
Substitutions
['- Wheat flour can be replaced by cassava flour', '- Sugar can be replaced by sweetener for diets', '- Eggs can be replaced by powdered milk for vegans']
How to store
Churros should be consumed immediately after frying, as they quickly lose flavor and texture.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze ready-made churros, as they change texture. However, the dough can be frozen in plastic bags for future use.
What to serve with
Serve with hot chocolate, jam, or milk to accompany the churros.
Frequently asked questions
How do I store churros dough for future use?
The dough is stored in plastic bags for future use.
How many churros does this recipe make?
The recipe makes 12 churros.
What is the ideal temperature for frying churros?
The ideal temperature for frying churros is 180°C.
Can you freeze ready-made churros?
It is not recommended to freeze ready-made churros, as they change texture. However, the dough can be frozen for future use.
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