Delicious Baked Churro Bites (Crowd-Pleasing Recipe)
Indulge in the delightful world of Delicious Baked Churro Bites, a perfect treat for satisfying your sweet cravings! These bite-sized snacks feature a crispy exterior and a tender interior, making them an irresistible choice for parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home. With simple ingredients and an easy baking process, you can whip up a batch in no time. Coated in a luscious cinnamon sugar mixture, these churro bites are not only delicious but also healthier than their fried counterparts. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable dessert experience that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
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 butter, melted (for brushing before adding sugar)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, chilled butter, brown sugar, and fine salt until the butter melts and the mixture boils. Remove from heat.
- Gradually whisk in plain flour until a dough forms.
- Let it cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time; mix well after each addition and stir in vanilla essence.
- Pipe small pieces onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Brush warm churros with melted butter and roll them in cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 churro bite (29g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg