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.
Mexican churros pair well with Dulce de Leche for richness or grilled meats for a sweet-savory contrast. Fresh fruits, ice cream, or whipped cream and chocolate ganache add lighter or luxurious touches.
Non-alcoholic options like horchata, chai tea, sparkling apple cider, or Mexican hot chocolate complement churros’ flavors. Café con Leche and cold brew also work well. For alcoholic pairings, you can choose sweet wines, stouts, or fruit beers.
Here’s how to make the Mexican churros:
Mexican Churros
Nutrition
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.
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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.