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Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe

Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe
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Enjoy these sweet and crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites, a delightful twist on the classic churro recipe. Made with a simple dough cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer and coated in cinnamon sugar, these bite-sized treats are perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer. Serve warm with your favorite dip for an irresistible indulgence.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 1 large egg

For the Coating

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a pan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and gradually add in the flour, stirring continuously until the dough comes together smoothly. Turn off the heat and remove the pan from the stove.
  2. Mix dough ingredients: Transfer the dough from the pan into a large mixing bowl and let it cool down for about 4-5 minutes. Once slightly cooled, add in the egg and vanilla extract. Use an electric hand mixer to thoroughly combine the ingredients until a smooth mixture is achieved.
  3. Pipe the churros: Transfer the churro dough into a piping bag. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the air fryer basket with a neutral nonstick cooking spray, such as coconut oil spray. Carefully pipe bite-sized churros into the basket, ensuring not to overcrowd them. Alternatively, you can drop the dough by spoonfuls into the basket.
  4. Cook the churros: Lightly brush some butter on top of the churros and cook them in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes until they turn golden brown. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in several batches to cook all the churros evenly.
  5. Coat with cinnamon sugar: In a shallow bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon powder. Once the churros are cooked, transfer them directly into the cinnamon sugar mixture. Toss gently to ensure they are evenly coated. If needed, brush the churros with some melted butter (or spray with water or nonstick cooking spray) before rolling to help the sugar stick better.
  6. Serve and enjoy: Enjoy your churros warm, served alongside your choice of dips such as chocolate syrup, honey, or Nutella. These bite-sized churros make a perfect sweet indulgent snack!

Notes

  • Ensure the dough cools slightly before adding the egg to avoid scrambling it.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  • Brush with melted butter before coating in cinnamon sugar for better adhesion.
  • Customize the dipping sauces to your preference, such as chocolate, caramel, or fruit preserves.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for best texture.

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