Mexican churros

Indulge in the classic flavors of Mexican churros with this easy-to-follow recipe. Featuring a delightful blend of sugar and cinnamon, these churros are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, perfectly complemented by a rich dark chocolate sauce. Made with simple ingredients like flour, heavy whipping cream, and olive oil, these homemade churros are the perfect treat for any occasion.

  • 15 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 25 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Mexican churros

Mexican churros are a delightful fried-dough pastry, coated in cinnamon sugar and often paired with a rich chocolate sauce. Originating from Spain, churros have become a popular treat in Mexican cuisine and are enjoyed as a snack or dessert. This recipe offers a simple yet delicious way to bring these sweet, crunchy delights into your own kitchen.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup sugar
63g
1 tsp cinnamon
3g
2 tbsp olive oil
27g
1 cup all-purpose white wheat flour
120g
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
120g
1 cup dark chocolate
230g

Instructions:

1. Mix the Cinnamon Sugar:
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
2. Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium saucepan, add 1 cup of water and the 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball of dough and pulls away from the sides of the pan. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the dough cool for a few minutes.
3. Prepare the Churro Batter:
- Once the dough is slightly cooled, transfer it to a mixing bowl. Gradually add the heavy whipping cream, mixing continuously until fully incorporated and smooth.
4. Heat the Oil:
- In a large, deep frying pan, pour in enough oil to reach a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 375°F (190°C).
5. Pipe the Churros:
- Spoon the dough into a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip.
- Pipe the dough directly into the hot oil, cutting it off with scissors when you reach the desired length (about 4-6 inches each).
- Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, ensuring even frying.
6. Fry the Churros:
- Fry the churros until they are golden brown, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked churros from the oil, and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
7. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
- While the churros are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
8. Prepare the Chocolate Sauce:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add the dark chocolate and heavy whipping cream. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Alternatively, melt the chocolate and cream together in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring until completely smooth.
9. Serve:
- Serve the warm churros with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!

Tips:

- Ensure your oil is hot enough before frying the churros. A good frying temperature is around 375°F (190°C).

- Use a star-shaped nozzle for piping the churros to get that authentic, ridged texture.

- Don't overcrowd the frying pan; cook the churros in batches to maintain consistent temperature and quality.

- Let the churros drain on paper towels briefly before coating them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to avoid excess oil.

- Melt the dark chocolate gently, either using a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts, to prevent burning.

With their crispy exterior and soft, tender inside, Mexican churros are a treat that can be enjoyed by all. This recipe is designed to be both straightforward and rewarding, ensuring that your homemade churros are as delicious as those from a traditional Mexican market. Remember to enjoy your churros warm, with plenty of chocolate for dipping!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size90 grams
Energy
Calories 190kcal9%
Protein
Protein 6g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 45g13%
Fiber 5g13%
Sugar 20g21%
Fat
Fat 27g33%
Saturated 5g17%
Cholesterol 22mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 80ug9%
Choline 5mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.07mg6%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg3%
Vitamin B3 0.35mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg1%
Vitamin B9 6ug1%
Vitamin B12 0.03ug1%
Vitamin C 0.13mg0%
Vitamin E 0.20mg1%
Vitamin K 0.83ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 22mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.05mg5%
Iron, Fe 4.91mg45%
Magnesium, Mg 100mg23%
Phosphorus, P 40mg3%
Potassium, K 50mg2%
Selenium, Se 4.84ug9%
Sodium, Na 6mg0%
Zinc, Zn 0.30mg3%
Water
Water 13g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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