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Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites

Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites for a Fun & Easy Treat

Delight in these Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites, a quick and easy treat that captures the essence of carnival favorites.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup plain flour All-purpose flour works best for this recipe.
  • 1 cup water Creates a moist dough.
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter Plus 1 tablespoon; adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence Enhances flavor.
  • 1 large egg Binds the dough.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup white sugar Creates a sweet coating.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder Adds classic flavor.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Piping Bag
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, unsalted butter, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and add plain flour, stirring until smooth.
  2. Add egg and vanilla essence to the dough. Blend with an electric mixer on low until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip. Preheat air fryer to 375°F and spray basket with nonstick cooking spray. Pipe churros into the basket.
  4. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter and brush piping churros with it. Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Mix white sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Toss warm churros in the mixture immediately after frying.
  6. Serve warm with choice of dipping sauces like chocolate syrup or Nutella.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure flour is measured accurately and don’t overcrowd the air fryer for the best results.

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