Cinnamon Sugar Sourdough Churro Bites
Delight in these crispy, cinnamon sugar-coated sourdough churro bites that make a perfect sweet snack or dessert with a tangy twist from sourdough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, 1 tablespoon sugar, and salt; bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour quickly until the mixture forms a smooth ball.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add sourdough discard and vanilla extract until incorporated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Pipe the dough into 1-inch bite-sized pieces directly into the hot oil using a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.
- Fry the bites in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- Remove churro bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl, then toss warm churro bites in the cinnamon sugar to coat evenly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra indulgence, serve with a side of chocolate or caramel dipping sauce.