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These churro bites are a delightful treat made in the air fryer, offering a golden-brown exterior with a soft, smooth dough inside. The dough is infused with vanilla and brushed with butter before cooking, creating a rich aroma and texture. Tossed in cinnamon sugar, they deliver a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Serve them warm with dips like chocolate syrup, Nutella, Biscoff spread, or honey for an indulgent experience.
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Combine water, butter, salt, and sugar in a pan. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat and gradually add in the flour, stirring continuously until the dough comes together smoothly.
Turn off the heat and remove the pan from the stove.
Transfer the dough into a large mixing bowl and let it cool down for about 4-5 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla essence to the cooled dough. Use an electric hand mixer to combine the ingredients until smooth.
Transfer the churro dough into a piping bag.
Preheat your air fryer to 190°C and spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
Carefully pipe bite-sized churros into the basket, ensuring not to overcrowd them.
Lightly brush butter on top of the churros and cook them in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes until they turn golden brown.
Repeat the process if needed, depending on the size of your air fryer.
Mix sugar and cinnamon powder in a shallow bowl.
Brush the cooked churros with melted butter or spray them lightly, then toss them gently in the cinnamon sugar to coat.
Serve the churros warm with dips such as chocolate syrup, Nutella, Biscoff spread, or honey.
For variation, you can drop the dough by the spoonful into the air fryer basket instead of piping.
Brush the churros with melted butter before rolling them in cinnamon sugar to help the coating stick better.
Ensure the air fryer basket is not overcrowded to allow even cooking.
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?
Yes, but reduce the amount of added salt in the recipe to balance the flavors.
Can I make the churro dough ahead of time?
It's best to prepare the dough fresh, but you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before using.
What if I don’t have a piping bag?
You can use a resealable plastic bag with a corner cut off or simply drop the dough by spoonfuls into the air fryer.
How do I prevent the churros from sticking to the air fryer basket?
Spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray before adding the churros.
Can I freeze the cooked churros?
Yes, you can freeze them and reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.
