Mexican Churros are one of my favorite Mexican desserts. These golden, crispy treats bring me joy with every bite. These treats are simple to make.
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Mexican Churros Recipe
Mexican churros are a popular dessert and snack. They are made from fried dough, coated in sugar and cinnamon They are often served with chocolate sauce, dulce de leche, or cajeta (caramelized goat’s milk).
Originating from Spain, churros became a staple in Mexican cuisine. You can find these snacks on the streets, at markets, fairs, festivals, or celebrations. Their crispy exterior and soft, doughy interior make them a universally adored sweet snack.
Here’s how to make the Mexican churros:
Mexican Churros
Ingredients
For the churros
- 1 cup 240ml water
- 2 tbsp 28g unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp 25g granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup 125g all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the cinnamon sugar coating
- ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the dipping (optional)
- Chocolate sauce
- Dulce de leche
Instructions
Make the Dough
- In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes, then mix in egg and vanilla until smooth.
Shape and Fry
- Heat oil in a deep pan (about 350°F/175°C).
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Pipe 4-5 inch strips into the hot oil, cutting with scissors.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
Coat and Serve
- Roll warm churros in cinnamon sugar.
- Serve with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche.
Notes
- Budget-Friendly Version: Use pantry staples.
- Make-Ahead: Pipe and freeze raw churros, then fry them straight from frozen.
- No Piping Bag Version: Use a plastic bag with the tip cut off.
Nutrition
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Pairing suggestions
Mexican churros pair well with a variety of drinks:
- Food Pairings
- Dulce de Leche adds richness when served as a dipping sauce.
- Grilled Meats create a sweet-savory contrast with churros.
- Fresh Fruits pair well with churros for a lighter dessert.
- Ice Cream pairs well for a hot-cold dessert contrast.
- Whipped Cream or Chocolate Ganache adds luxury to churros.
- Non-alcoholic Drink Pairings
- Horchata refreshes and contrasts the warm churros.
- Chai Tea enhances the cinnamon flavor in churros.
- Sparkling Apple Cider is a festive, alcohol-free pairing.
- Jasmine Green Tea offers a lighter, refreshing alternative.
- Mexican Hot Chocolate complements churros with cinnamon and sugar. It is rich, creamy, and traditional.
- Café con Leche combines strong coffee with creamy milk to complement churros.
- Cold Brew refreshes with a smooth, less acidic taste.
- Alcoholic Options
- Sweet Wines match churros’ sweetness and cut through the richness.
- Fortified Wines offer complex flavors that enhance cinnamon and sugar.
- Sweet Stout complements churros with its malty flavor.
- Fruit Beer provides a refreshing contrast to churros.
Variations
Mexican churros have various forms. Here are some variations:
- Regional and Cultural Variations
- Filled churros contain dulce de leche, chocolate, guava paste, sweetened condensed milk, or vanilla custard.
- Spanish churros are coated with sugar only.
- Creative Variations
- Churro ice cream sandwiches use churros as buns.
- Flavored sugars contain matcha or other spices.
- Savory churros include cheese or spicy ingredient fillings.