Description
Air Fryer Churros are a delightful twist on the classic Mexican dessert, featuring a golden, crispy exterior and a soft, warm interior. Coated in a luscious blend of cinnamon and sugar, these churros provide an irresistible treat that transports you back to festive fairs with every bite. Easy to make in your air fryer, they offer a healthier option without compromising flavor, making them perfect for brunches, parties, or a late-night snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for coating)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder until dissolved.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour while stirring vigorously until a cohesive dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip or use a zip-top bag with one corner snipped.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pipe strips of dough (about 4 inches long) into the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
- Lightly spray churros with cooking spray and cook for 8 minutes, turning halfway through until golden brown.
- Roll hot churros in a cinnamon-sugar mixture before serving with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg