Pan-Fried Churros with Cinnamon Sugar Coating

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Traditional Spanish-style churros, pan-fried until golden and dusted with a warm cinnamon sugar blend for a sweet, crunchy treat. This Spanish-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar 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 320 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the butter melts.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup all-purpose flour until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides.
  3. Step 3: Let the dough cool for 5 minutes, then beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously after each until fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Step 4: Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  5. Step 5: Pipe 4-inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil, cutting with scissors as needed. Fry churros for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  6. Step 6: Remove churros with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  7. Step 7: In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Roll warm churros in the cinnamon sugar until evenly coated. Serve immediately.

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