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Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe with Spicy Mexican Hot Chocolate Dip

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Crispy, cinnamon-coated churro bites made quickly in an air fryer, served with a rich and spicy Mexican hot chocolate dip that adds a warm kick.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 1 cup water (240ml)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28g), cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25g) for the dough
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • Vegetable oil spray for air fryer basket
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g) for coating
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for coating
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml) for dip (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 ounces dark chocolate chips (56g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for dip (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon for dip
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, unsalted butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  2. Remove from heat and quickly add all-purpose flour all at once. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides, about 1-2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Beat in the egg until the dough is smooth, shiny, and slightly sticky. Adjust with water or flour if needed.
  4. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip or use spoons to drop 1-inch diameter dough balls onto a parchment-lined plate.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
  6. Lightly spray air fryer basket with oil. Arrange dough balls in a single layer without touching. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until puffed and golden brown.
  7. While cooking, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl for coating.
  8. Toss freshly cooked churro bites in cinnamon sugar coating and set aside on a cooling rack.
  9. For the dip, whisk milk, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat until warm and smooth.
  10. Add dark chocolate chips and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  11. Serve the spicy Mexican hot chocolate dip warm alongside churro bites for dunking.

Notes

If dough is too sticky, refrigerate for 10 minutes before shaping. Flip churro bites halfway through air frying for even crispiness. Adjust cayenne pepper in dip to control heat. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend containing xanthan gum. For vegan, use flax egg and plant-based butter and milk.

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