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Crispy Churros Recipe with Easy Homemade Chocolate Dipping Sauce

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This recipe delivers crispy churros with a soft inside paired with a rich, smooth homemade chocolate dipping sauce. Quick and easy to make, it’s perfect for family treats and entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons (35 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour (for gluten-free option, use almond flour)
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil works best)
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • 4 oz (115 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Heat over medium until it just begins to boil, then remove from heat immediately.
  2. Quickly stir in 1 cup all-purpose flour all at once using a wooden spoon or spatula. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Let the dough cool for 5-10 minutes until warm but not hot. Transfer the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip (or a zipper bag with a corner cut).
  4. Pour 2-3 inches of oil into a deep frying pan or pot. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Pipe 4-6 inch strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting with scissors or a knife to release. Fry a few at a time without overcrowding, about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Use a slotted spoon to transfer churros to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. While still warm, toss churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  7. While frying, heat 1/2 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until just simmering. Pour hot cream over 4 oz chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir gently until smooth.
  8. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into the chocolate mixture. Keep warm.
  9. Arrange churros on a platter and serve immediately with the warm chocolate dipping sauce.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to ensure crispy churros. Do not overcrowd the pan while frying. Cool dough slightly before piping to avoid sticky mess. Drain churros on a wire rack to keep crispiness. Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to re-crisp. Chocolate sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

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Keywords: churros, crispy churros, chocolate dipping sauce, fried dough, cinnamon sugar, easy dessert, homemade churros

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