Delicious Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Water
• 0.33 cup Unsalted butter (Notes: (plus one tablespoon))
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Granulated sugar (for coating)
• 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon (for coating)
• 0.25 cup Cream cheese (for dipping sauce) (Notes: softened)
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (for dipping sauce)
• 0.25 cup Milk (for dipping sauce)
• 0.25 cup Butter (for dipping sauce) (Notes: softened)

Instructions

1. 1
   In a pan, add water, butter, salt, and sugar. Bring it to a boil over high heat.
2. 2
   Reduce the heat and add in the flour gradually, mixing until the dough comes together. Switch off the flame.
3. 3
   Remove the dough from the pan into a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool down for 4-5 minutes.
4. 4
   Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix everything together with an electric hand mixer.
5. 5
   Transfer the mixture into a piping bag. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
6. 6
   Pipe bite-sized churros into the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Brush some melted butter on top.
7. 7
   Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining dough.
8. 8
   In a shallow bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon for coating.
9. 9
   Once the churros are done, transfer them into the sugar and cinnamon mixture and toss to coat.
10. 10
    Serve warm with chocolate sauce, honey, or Nutella.

Tips & Variations:

• Use a piping bag for better shape, but you can drop the batter by spoonfuls if preferred.
• Serve with chocolate syrup or honey for added flavor.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.