Baked Churro Bites
Indulge in the delightful flavors of warm cinnamon sugar with these delectable Baked Churro Bites. This recipe takes the classic churro and transforms it into bite-sized treats that are baked to perfection. With a crispy exterior and a soft, tender interior, these churro bites are a crowd-pleasing dessert. The cinnamon sugar coating adds a sweet and aromatic touch, making them irresistible. Serve them warm and watch as they disappear within seconds. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, these Baked Churro Bites are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more.
Equipment
- Medium-sized saucepan
- wooden spoon or spatula
- Piping bag
- Large star tip (or plain round tip)
- baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooking spray
- shallow dish
- serving platter
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups Water
- 5 tbsp Cold unsalted butter
- 2 Packed tbsp Brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 1/4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 tbsp Melted butter (for brushing before sugaring)
- Cooking spray
Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/3 cup Sugar
- 1 tbsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Notes
1. Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly coat the parchment paper with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the churro dough: In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, cold unsalted butter, brown sugar, and salt. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once the mixture reaches a rolling boil, remove it from the heat.
3. Add flour and vanilla: Stir in the all-purpose flour and vanilla extract into the hot mixture using a wooden spoon or spatula until well combined. The dough should come together and form a ball.
4. Incorporate the eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition until fully incorporated. Make sure to work quickly to prevent the eggs from scrambling in the hot dough. The dough should become smooth and glossy.
5. Pipe the churro bites: Transfer the churro dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 1-inch bite-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each churro bite.
6. Bake and brush with melted butter: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15-18 minutes, or until the churro bites turn golden brown and crispy. While still warm, brush the baked churro bites with melted butter to enhance their flavor and create a slight shine.
7. Coat with cinnamon sugar: In a shallow dish, combine the white sugar, cinnamon, and salt to make the cinnamon sugar coating. Roll the warm churro bites in the mixture, ensuring they are fully coated on all sides.
8. Serve and enjoy: Transfer the baked churro bites to a serving platter and enjoy them warm. These delightful treats are perfect for sharing with friends and family. They can be served on their own or with a dipping sauce like chocolate or caramel.
Pro Tips:
- Make sure the dough is smooth and well-mixed before adding the eggs to achieve a consistent texture.
- Use a star tip to pipe the churro dough for an authentic churro appearance, but if you don't have one, a plain round tip will work as well.
- For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cinnamon to the churro dough before incorporating the eggs. Now armed with these expert tips, you're ready to create a batch of delectable Baked Churro Bites. These treats are perfect for special occasions, parties, or even a
- Make sure the dough is smooth and well-mixed before adding the eggs to achieve a consistent texture.
- Use a star tip to pipe the churro dough for an authentic churro appearance, but if you don't have one, a plain round tip will work as well.
- For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cinnamon to the churro dough before incorporating the eggs. Now armed with these expert tips, you're ready to create a batch of delectable Baked Churro Bites. These treats are perfect for special occasions, parties, or even a
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcal
