Churros con Chocolate
Indulge in the classic Spanish delight, Churros con Chocolate, where crispy fried dough is paired with a luscious, thick chocolate sauce. This delightful duo promises to sweeten your mornings or serve as the perfect snack.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 10 minutesServes: 4
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup sugar (for coating)
1 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
Vegetable oil for frying
1 cup dark chocolate
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for chocolate sauce)
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil.
2. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.
3. Let cool for 5 minutes and then mix in vanilla extract and eggs one at a time until smooth.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan to 350°F.
5. Spoon dough into a piping bag with a star tip.
6. Pipe dough directly into the hot oil, frying until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
7. Mix 1 cup sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
8. Roll churros in the mixture to coat.
9. For the chocolate sauce, heat cream in a saucepan until just simmering.
10. Remove from heat and add chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
11. Stir in sugar and vanilla extract.
12. Serve churros warm with chocolate sauce for dipping.
Storage
Store leftover churros in an airtight container lined with paper towels at room temperature for up to 2 days. Store chocolate sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating
Reheat churros in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes until warm. Reheat chocolate sauce in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
