Mini Cinnamon Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-03 · Updated 2026-07-03

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Bite-sized fried dough treats coated in cinnamon sugar, served warm with a smooth chocolate sauce for dipping. This Spanish-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, water, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 Spanish cuisine 310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup water
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 large egg
for frying, about 4 cups vegetable oil
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
6 oz semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy cream

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 3/4 cup water, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup all-purpose flour until a smooth dough forms.
Step 2: Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and let cool for 5 minutes. Beat in 1 large egg until fully incorporated and dough is smooth.
Step 3: Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Using a piping bag fitted with a large star tip, pipe 1-inch dough bites directly into the hot oil, frying in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Mix 1 tbsp ground cinnamon with 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Toss warm churro bites in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
Step 5: For the dipping sauce, heat 1/4 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat and stir in 6 oz semisweet chocolate chips until melted and smooth. Serve churro bites warm with the chocolate sauce.