Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites
Delightful crispy churro bites made easily in an air fryer, perfect for a sweet treat any time.
Ingredients
For the churro batter
- 1 cup water For the batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter For richness
- 1 tablespoon sugar For the batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Batter base
- 2 large eggs For binding and texture
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon salt To enhance flavor
For coating
- 1/2 cup sugar For coating churros
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon For coating churros
For frying
- Oil spray To spray churro bites
Instructions
Preparation of batter
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and 1 tablespoon sugar; bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the flour until smooth.
- Allow to cool slightly, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla and salt.
Cooking
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Use a piping bag to pipe small bites onto parchment paper.
- Spray churro bites lightly with oil.
- Air fry for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon together; roll the warm churro bites in this sugar mixture.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For an even sweeter bite, consider adding lemon or orange zest to the batter. Store in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze for up to a month. To reheat, toss back into the air fryer for a few minutes.