Air Fryer Churro Bites: Deliciously Crispy Treats
These Air Fryer Churro Bites are deliciously crispy treats that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Equipment
- saucepan
- mixing bowl
- piping bag
- air fryer
- shallow bowl
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 1 cup plain flour all-purpose flour recommended
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Coating
- 1 tbsp cinnamon powder freshly ground preferred
- 1 cup white sugar
Instructions
- Combine water, butter, salt, and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir in flour until a smooth dough forms.
- Let the dough cool for 4-5 minutes, then mix in the egg and vanilla essence until smooth.
- Pipe bite-sized churros into a preheated air fryer basket and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Brush churros with butter and air fry for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Toss cooked churros in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon to coat evenly.
- Serve warm with dips like chocolate syrup, honey, or Nutella.
Notes
Best enjoyed immediately while warm and crispy. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days, though they may lose some crispiness.