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Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe

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Delight in these bite-sized Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites, a quick and easy twist on the classic churro. Made from a smooth dough cooked on the stovetop and crisped to golden perfection in the air fryer, these treats are coated in cinnamon sugar for a perfect balance of sweet and spice. Enjoy them warm for a delicious snack or dessert, paired beautifully with chocolate syrup, honey, or Nutella.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 1 large egg

Coating

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder

Additional

  • Neutral nonstick cooking spray (e.g., coconut oil spray)
  • Melted butter for brushing (optional)
  • Optional dips: chocolate syrup, honey, Nutella

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough Mixture: In a pan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and gradually add the flour, stirring continuously until a smooth dough forms. Remove from heat immediately.
  2. Mix in Egg and Vanilla: Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool for 4-5 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla essence. Using an electric hand mixer, beat the mixture until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Preheat Air Fryer and Prepare Basket: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with a neutral nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  4. Pipe or Spoon Dough into Basket: Transfer the dough into a piping bag. Carefully pipe bite-sized pieces into the air fryer basket, ensuring enough space between them to avoid overcrowding. Alternatively, you can drop spoonfuls of dough if preferred.
  5. Brush with Butter and Air Fry: Lightly brush the tops of the churros with butter to help with browning. Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crisp, working in batches if necessary for even cooking.
  6. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together the white sugar and cinnamon powder. Once churros are cooked, optionally brush them with melted butter or lightly spray with water or cooking spray to help the coating stick.
  7. Coat and Serve: Toss the warm churro bites gently in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated. Serve immediately alongside your choice of dips like chocolate syrup, honey, or Nutella for a delightful treat.

Notes

  • Ensure the dough is allowed to cool slightly before adding the egg to prevent cooking the egg prematurely.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
  • Adjust air fryer cooking times based on your specific model and the size of churro bites.
  • For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the churros in cinnamon sugar by brushing them with butter again and re-tossing after the first coating.
  • Churro bites are best enjoyed warm but can be reheated briefly in the air fryer to regain crispness.

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