Authentic Spanish Churros with Rich Chocolate Sauce
Ingredients
For the Churros
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon (13g) granulated sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg (50g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Chocolate Sauce
- 3 oz (85g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- ½ cup (120g) heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt
- Bring to a boil over medium heat
- Remove from heat and add flour all at once
- Stir vigorously until mixture forms a smooth ball
- Let cool for 5 minutes
- Finish the Dough
- Add egg and vanilla to cooled mixture
- Beat until fully incorporated and dough is smooth
- Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip
- Heat the Oil
- Fill a heavy-bottomed pot with 2 inches of oil
- Heat to 375°F (190°C)
- Line a plate with paper towels
- Prepare Coating
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish
- Set aside
- Make the Chocolate Sauce
- Heat heavy cream until simmering
- Pour over chopped chocolate
- Let stand 1 minute
- Stir until smooth
- Frying Process
- Pipe 4-inch lengths of dough into hot oil
- Cut end with scissors
- Fry 2-3 minutes per side until golden
- Transfer to paper towels
- Roll in cinnamon sugar while warm
Pro Tips for Perfect Churros
- Maintain oil temperature at 375°F
- Don’t overcrowd the pot
- Pat off excess oil before coating
- Serve immediately for best texture
- Keep chocolate sauce warm for dipping
Nutrition Information (per churro)
- Calories: 165
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
Storage Instructions
- Best served immediately
- Can be stored in airtight container for 24 hours
- Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes
- Chocolate sauce can be refrigerated for up to 5 days
Variations
- Mexican Style: Add a pinch of cayenne to chocolate
- Filled Churros: Pipe with dulce de leche
- Chocolate Churros: Add cocoa powder to dough
- Coffee Dip: Add espresso to chocolate sauce