Description
Soft inside, golden on the outside, and dusted in cinnamon sugar—these air fryer churro bites offer a lighter way to enjoy a beloved classic snack.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup water
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for dough)
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1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for coating)
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2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
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Combine water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
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Stir in all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon cinnamon until a dough forms. Mix in vanilla extract.
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Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip and pipe bite-sized pieces onto parchment paper.
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Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Air fry bites for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Mix coating sugar and cinnamon. Brush warm bites with melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar.
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Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
For freezing, pipe dough onto a tray, freeze, and store in a bag. Air fry from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes. Adjust sweetness or use alternative flours as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes