Description
Indulge in the delightful treat of Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites, a quick and easy dessert that brings the festive spirit of county fairs right into your kitchen. These churros are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a perfect addition to any gathering or a fun family dessert. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can whip up these delicious bites with minimal effort. Coat them in cinnamon sugar or dip them in chocolate sauce for an extra hit of flavor. Involving your kids in shaping these churro bites is a fantastic way to create lasting memories while enjoying a scrumptious treat together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 large egg
- For Coating: 1 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a saucepan, heat water, butter, salt, and sugar until melted. Remove from heat and stir in flour until combined. Allow to cool slightly before adding vanilla and egg.
- Shape the Churros: Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe small pieces onto parchment paper or directly into the air fryer basket.
- Air Frying: Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Cook churro bites in a single layer for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Coating: Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Coat churro bites immediately after removing from the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 churro bites (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg