Homemade Churros and Chocolate Dip
Delicious homemade churros served with a rich chocolate dip, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- Piping bag with star tip
- Deep skillet or pot
- Thermometer
- Paper towels
- small saucepan
Ingredients
Churro Ingredients
- 1 cup Water Base for the churro dough.
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar Adds sweetness to the dough.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Used in the dough.
- 1 cup All-purpose flour Provides structure to the churros.
- 2 large Eggs Adds richness to the dough.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds flavor to the dough.
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar For coating the churros.
- 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon For coating the churros.
Chocolate Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips Main ingredient for the chocolate dip.
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream Used to melt the chocolate.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds flavor to the chocolate dip.
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in all-purpose flour until a ball forms. Allow to cool slightly.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer churro dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe 4-6 inch strips into hot oil, cutting with scissors.
- Fry churros for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll warm churros in the mixture to coat.
- For the chocolate dip, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Serve churros warm with chocolate dip.
Notes
Enjoy churros fresh for the best texture. Experiment with different flavors and dips for variety.