Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Churros

Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Churros

Delightfully crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these churros are a sweet treat made easy in the air fryer.

Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 10 minutes

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dough: In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil. Stir in flour until a dough forms.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Transfer dough to a bowl, and beat in eggs and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
  3. Preheat Air Fryer: Set air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat.
  4. Pipe Dough: Fill a piping bag with dough and pipe 4-inch strips onto parchment paper.
  5. Cook Churros: Spray churros with cooking spray and air fry for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Coat Churros: Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl, then roll warm churros in the mixture to coat.

Tips

  • Ensure the dough is cool enough to add eggs without cooking them.
  • Use a star-shaped tip on the piping bag for classic churro ridges.
  • Lightly spray churros with cooking spray to achieve a crispier texture.

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