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Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites

Enjoy crispy, golden-brown churro bites made in an air fryer. These delightful treats are easy to prepare and capture the nostalgic flavors of cinnamon sugar and fried dough without the fuss of traditional frying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water for dough preparation
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Coating Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup butter for coating
  • Additional sugar and cinnamon for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by bringing the water, vegetable oil, and a pinch of salt to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the flour until a smooth ball forms.
  3. Allow the dough to cool slightly before transferring it to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
Cooking
  1. Pipe small bite-sized pieces onto a parchment-lined tray.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Arrange the churro bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until they’re a perfect golden brown.
  5. While the churro bites are cooking, mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl for dusting.
  6. Once done, melt the butter and brush it over the hot churro bites, then toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  7. Serve warm for the best experience!

Notes

These churro bites can be served with chocolate sauce or vanilla ice cream for dipping. For storage, let them cool completely before placing in an airtight container. They can keep at room temperature for a couple of days or be frozen after cooking.