Enjoy the crispy and golden sweetness of churros without the deep-frying hassle with this easy air fryer churros recipe. Perfect for a snack or dessert, these churros are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in cinnamon sugar for the perfect finish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Add the flour and stir until a ball forms. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a star tip.
- Pipe 4-inch strips of dough into the preheated air fryer.
- Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
- In a shallow dish, combine sugar and cinnamon. Toss the cooked churros in the mixture to coat.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Churros are a popular Spanish and Mexican pastry that can be enjoyed as a snack or dessert.
The air fryer provides a healthier alternative to deep-frying, resulting in crispy churros with less oil.
Coating the churros in cinnamon sugar adds a burst of flavor to the sweet dough.