Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe
Delightfully crispy and sweet, these Air Fryer Churro Bites are a fun twist on the traditional Mexican treat. Made with a simple dough that’s cooked to perfection in an air fryer, then tossed in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, these bite-sized churros are perfect for a quick dessert or snack. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they’re easy to make and satisfy your sweet tooth with less oil than traditional frying methods.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 large egg
Coating
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/3 cup unsalted butter, salt, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat until the butter has fully melted.
- Add flour: Remove the pan from heat and quickly stir in the 1 cup plain flour until the mixture forms a smooth dough ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate egg and vanilla: Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl. Beat in the large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla essence until the dough is smooth and well combined.
- Shape churro bites: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle. Pipe small bite-sized pieces (around 1 inch each) onto a parchment-lined tray or directly into the air fryer basket, spacing them slightly apart.
- Air fry the churro bites: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Air fry the bites in batches for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare cinnamon sugar coating: While the churro bites cook, mix 1 cup white sugar with 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder in a shallow bowl.
- Coat the churro bites: Remove the cooked churro bites from the air fryer and immediately toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Serve warm: Serve the churro bites hot for the best crispy and tender texture. Enjoy as a sweet snack or dessert.
Notes
- For easier shaping, allow the dough to cool slightly before piping.
- The air fryer temperature may vary, so keep an eye on the bites to prevent burning.
- Churro bites are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
- You can substitute vanilla essence with vanilla extract if preferred.
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