Churros con Chocolate

Crispy golden churros dusted in cinnamon sugar, served with thick Spanish-style hot chocolate dipping sauce.

Nutrition per serving

• 1 cupWater
• 2 tbspButter
• 2 tbspSugar
• 1 cupAll-purpose flour
• 2Eggs
• 1 tspVanilla extract
• 1 tspCinnamon
• 1/2 cupSugar (for coating)
• 4 ozDark chocolate
• 1/2 cupHeavy cream
• 1/4 cupMilk
• for fryingVegetable oil

1. 1

   Bring water, butter, 2 tbsp sugar, and a pinch of salt to a boil.

2. 2

   Remove from heat. Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until dough forms a ball.

3. 3

   Let cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time and vanilla until smooth and pipeable.

4. 4

   Transfer dough to a piping bag with a large star tip.

5. 5

   Heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Pipe 6-inch strips directly into oil, cutting with scissors.

6. 6

   Fry churros 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy.

7. 7

   Mix cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Roll hot churros in cinnamon sugar immediately.

8. 8

   Make chocolate sauce: heat cream and milk, add chopped chocolate, stir until thick and glossy.

9. 9

   Serve churros warm alongside the chocolate dipping sauce.

💡 Tips for Churros con Chocolate

• • Bring dairy ingredients to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.
• • Use room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better volume.
• • Use high-quality chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for richer flavor.
• • This is a great recipe for beginners — don't overthink it, just have fun!

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