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Tasty Mini Churro Bites

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These mini churro bites are a quick and easy homemade dessert with a crispy cinnamon sugar coating and a soft inside, perfect for any occasion or last-minute treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk, whole or 2%
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • About 1 1/2 cups (350ml) vegetable oil for shallow frying

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg to the butter mixture and whisk until combined. Slowly pour in milk while stirring until smooth.
  4. Gradually stir the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms. If too sticky, dust hands with flour.
  5. Pinch off small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into balls or slightly elongated shapes. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry dough balls in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding.
  8. Remove fried bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  9. While still warm, toss bites in a bowl of cinnamon sugar until evenly coated.
  10. Serve warm for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Keep oil temperature steady at 350°F to avoid burnt outsides or greasy bites. Toss bites in cinnamon sugar while warm for better coating. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before frying. For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives. Gluten-free flour blend can be used but texture may vary. Avoid reheating in microwave to maintain crispiness.

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