Cinnamon-Dusted Churros with Dark Chocolate Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Golden fried dough sticks rolled in cinnamon sugar and paired with a smooth, rich chocolate dip. This Spanish recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs water, unsalted butter, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup water, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, and 1/2 tsp salt to a rolling boil over medium heat, then remove from heat and stir in 1 cup all-purpose flour until a smooth dough forms; let cool for 5 minutes.
2. Step 2: Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, until the dough is smooth and glossy; transfer to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F; pipe 3-inch churros into the oil, frying 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
4. Step 4: While hot, roll the churros in a mixture of 1 tsp ground cinnamon and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
5. Step 5: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips and 2 tbsp heavy cream; microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth, to make the dip.