Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites, a treat that effortlessly brings the fairground fun to your kitchen. These scrumptious bites boast a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, making them perfect for family gatherings or cozy movie nights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this air fryer recipe is not only quicker than traditional frying methods but also healthier, as it uses minimal oil. Customize your churros with various toppings and dipping sauces for an extra special touch. Impress your guests or treat yourself with these easy-to-make desserts that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup white sugar (for coating)
- 1 tbsp cinnamon powder (for coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by combining water, butter, salt, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until melted. Remove from heat, mix in flour, cool slightly, then stir in egg and vanilla.
- Pipe small strips of dough onto parchment paper or directly into the air fryer basket using a piping bag.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Cook churro bites for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl and roll warm churros in the mixture until well-coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 churro bites (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 195mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg