Spanish Churro Doughnuts with Spiced Hot Chocolate
Fluffy fried churro doughnuts dusted with cinnamon sugar, paired with a warm spiced hot chocolate for dipping. This spanish ready in about 35 minutes brings together water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 6, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. 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
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar for coating
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon for hot chocolate
- a pinch ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: In a saucepan, bring 1 cup water, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt to a boil over medium heat.
- Step 2: Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup all-purpose flour until dough forms a ball. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Step 4: Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F.
- Step 5: Pipe dough into rounds about 2 inches in diameter onto parchment and carefully slide into hot oil. Fry doughnuts for 3-4 minutes, turning to brown evenly.
- Step 6: Drain on paper towels and immediately toss in a mixture of 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon.
- Step 7: For hot chocolate, heat 2 cups whole milk with 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, a pinch of cayenne pepper, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until steaming.
- Step 8: Remove from heat and whisk in 4 oz chopped semi-sweet chocolate until melted and smooth.
- Step 9: Serve churro doughnuts warm with spiced hot chocolate for dipping.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spanish Churro Doughnuts with Spiced Hot Chocolate take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Spanish Churro Doughnuts with Spiced Hot Chocolate?
Refrigerate any leftover spanish churro doughnuts with spiced hot chocolate in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spanish Churro Doughnuts with Spiced Hot Chocolate?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spanish Churro Doughnuts with Spiced Hot Chocolate for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spanish Churro Doughnuts with Spiced Hot Chocolate?
Spanish spanish like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
