Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites
Delightful crispy churro bites made in the air fryer for a healthier twist on a classic treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup sugar (for coating)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt over medium heat until boiling.
- Stir in the flour until a cohesive ball forms.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, stirring until smooth after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Pipe small bites onto parchment paper, spaced apart for air circulation.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange churro bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Toss in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon once done.
Notes
Serve warm with chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg