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Baked Churro Bites

Baked Churro Bites: Sweet, Crispy, and Easy to Make

These baked churro bites are soft inside, crispy outside, and coated in cinnamon-sugar. A guilt-free indulgence that's easy to make and perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour avoid cake or bread flour
For the Coating
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
For Serving (Optional)
  • chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • pastry bag
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Churro Bites
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, brown sugar, and salt over medium heat. Stir until mixture simmers and the butter melts, about 3-5 minutes. Gradually mix in flour, stirring vigorously until a cohesive dough forms.
    Baked Churro Bites
  2. Remove saucepan from heat and let dough cool for about 10 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously until dough becomes smooth and glossy.
    Baked Churro Bites
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Pipe 3-4 inch long ropes of dough onto prepared sheets, leaving 2 inches between each churro.
    Baked Churro Bites
  4. Lightly spray churro shapes with oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm. Do not open the oven door during baking.
    Baked Churro Bites
  5. Turn off oven and let churro bites sit with door ajar for 10 minutes. Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon. Brush churro bites with melted butter, then toss in cinnamon-sugar mixture until coated.
    Baked Churro Bites

Nutrition

Serving: 3bitesCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover churro bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Enjoy them with chocolate or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.

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