Churros with Chocolate Drizzle

Churros with Chocolate Drizzle are a delightful dessert featuring crispy, golden pastries coated in cinnamon sugar and generously drizzled with smooth, melted chocolate. They bring the flavor of a traditional fair or street market right to your kitchen.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This recipe captures the classic churro experience with an added luxurious touch of chocolate. It is easy to prepare, satisfying to eat, and perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a delicious homemade dessert.

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Water
• Unsalted butter
• Sugar
• Salt
• All-purpose flour
• Eggs
• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• Ground cinnamon
• Additional sugar for coating
• Semi-sweet or dark chocolate
• Heavy cream

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil.
2. Stir in flour and mix vigorously until a smooth ball forms.
3. Let the dough cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
5. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle.
6. Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting with scissors.
7. Fry until golden brown, turning as needed.
8. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and immediately toss in cinnamon sugar.
9. Melt chocolate with heavy cream to create a drizzle.
10. Drizzle the chocolate over the warm churros and serve immediately.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields about 15 churros and takes approximately 45 minutes from start to finish.

Variations

• Serve with a chocolate dipping sauce instead of a drizzle.
• Add a touch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar for a spiced flavor.
• Use white chocolate drizzle for a different visual and flavor twist.

Storage/reheating

Churros are best enjoyed fresh. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day and reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.

FAQs

Can I use an air fryer instead of deep frying?

Yes, air fry at 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes, turning halfway through.

How do I know when churros are done frying?

They should be golden brown on all sides.

Can I add flavor to the chocolate drizzle?

Yes, a little cinnamon or chili powder gives a Mexican chocolate flavor.

What flour is best for churros?

Use all-purpose flour for traditional texture and flavor.

Should I chill the dough?

No, churro dough should be piped and fried immediately.

Can I flavor the churros themselves?

Yes, add vanilla extract or lemon zest to the dough.

How do I keep the churros crispy?

Serve them immediately after frying and coating in sugar.

Can I freeze churros?

You can freeze uncooked piped dough and fry directly from frozen.

Can I fill churros with chocolate?

Yes, use a piping bag fitted with a small tip to inject filling after frying.

Is it necessary to use heavy cream for the chocolate drizzle?

Heavy cream makes the drizzle smoother, but milk can be used as a lighter alternative.

Conclusion

Churros with Chocolate Drizzle are a wonderfully crisp, sweet, and chocolatey treat perfect for any occasion. Simple to make yet incredibly satisfying, they are sure to become a favorite dessert for your family and guests alike.

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