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Delicious Spanish Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

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Delicious Spanish Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Crispy golden churros served with a rich chocolate dipping sauce.

Indulge in the delightful crunch and sweetness of classic Spanish churros, a beloved snack that has won hearts worldwide. These golden treats are traditionally enjoyed with a generous side of rich, velvety chocolate dipping sauce. Whether you’re savoring them as a breakfast delight or a dessert after dinner, these churros promise to bring warmth and joy to your table.

“Churros: The perfect balance of crispy exterior and soft interior, dipped in the most heavenly chocolate.”

Highlights

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Servings: 12 churros
  • Calories: 150kcal per churro

Ingredients

  • For Churros:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for dusting)

  • 1 cup water

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes

  • Vegetable oil for frying

  • For Chocolate Dipping Sauce:

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate

  • 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Churro Dough: In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until the butter melts completely. Bring to a gentle boil.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Remove from heat and add flour, granulated sugar, and salt to the pan, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until a dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

  3. Let Dough Cool Slightly: Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes so it’s easier to handle but still warm.

  4. Pipe Churros: Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large skillet until it reaches 375°F (190°C). Pipe strips of dough, approximately 4 inches long, directly into the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

  5. Drain and Dust: Remove churros from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels. Sprinkle generously with ground cinnamon while still warm.

Chocolate Dipping Sauce Instructions

  1. Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium-low heat until it just begins to simmer.

  2. Melt Chocolate: Remove from heat and add chocolate chips or chopped chocolate. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth. If desired, add sugar and salt, stirring well.

  3. Serve with Churros: Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving alongside your freshly fried churros.

Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for this recipe, keep in mind that it may vary based on ingredients selected or substituted:

  • Serving: 1 churro
  • Calories: 150kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 5g

Serve these golden churros hot, accompanied by your homemade chocolate dipping sauce for a truly authentic Spanish experience. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, this recipe is sure to become a cherished addition to your repertoire. Whether you’re savoring them as a breakfast delight or a dessert after dinner, these churros promise to bring warmth and joy to your table.

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