Delicious Baked Churro Bites
Indulge your sweet tooth with these Delicious Baked Churro Bites, a delightful treat that combines crispy exteriors with a soft, fluffy center. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy nights at home, these churro bites are simple to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With just 10 minutes of prep time and baked instead of fried, they offer all the flavor you crave without the guilt. Coat them in cinnamon sugar and serve with your favorite dips for an irresistible dessert experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups water
- 5 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter
- 2 packed tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 1 1/4 cups plain flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for cinnamon sugar)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for cinnamon sugar)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for cinnamon sugar)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, butter, brown sugar, and salt until boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until a ball forms; let cool for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in vanilla essence and add eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Pipe small strips of dough onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush warm churro bites with melted butter and coat in cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 churro bite (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg