Spanish-Style Fried Churros with Cinnamon Sugar

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Traditional Spanish churros fried until golden and dusted with cinnamon sugar, perfect for dipping in chocolate or enjoying on their own. This Spanish-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 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 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: 15 min Serves 6 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.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup all-purpose flour vigorously 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 until smooth and shiny.
  4. Step 4: Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Step 5: Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip and pipe 4-inch strips into the hot oil, frying 3-4 pieces at a time for 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp.
  6. Step 6: Remove churros with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  7. Step 7: Mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 tsp cinnamon in a shallow bowl and toss warm churros in the mixture until fully coated. Serve immediately.

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