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Cinnamon Sugar Churro Bites with Dulce de Leche Dip

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These easy homemade cinnamon sugar churro bites are crispy, golden, and tossed in a sweet cinnamon sugar coating. Served with a creamy dulce de leche dip, they’re the perfect quick snack or party treat that brings all the fun of fair food to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter (or plant-based butter for dairy-free)
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend for allergies)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (475 ml) vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 can (13.4 oz / 380 g) dulce de leche
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Combine water, butter, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil until butter melts and sugar dissolves (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Add flour all at once and stir quickly with a wooden spoon until dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until dough is smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon for the coating. Set aside.
  6. Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan and heat to 350°F (175°C). Test with a pinch of dough—it should sizzle immediately.
  7. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 1-inch pieces directly into hot oil, cutting with scissors or a knife.
  8. Fry 6-8 bites at a time for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels to drain.
  9. While still warm, roll each churro bite in the cinnamon sugar until fully coated.
  10. For the dip, gently warm dulce de leche with heavy cream and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan, stirring until smooth. Add more cream if a thinner dip is desired.
  11. Arrange churro bites on a platter, sprinkle with extra cinnamon sugar if desired, and serve with the warm dulce de leche dip.

Notes

For gluten-free churro bites, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based butter and coconut cream. Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature and ensure crispiness. Toss bites in cinnamon sugar while warm for best coating. The dip can be made ahead and gently reheated before serving.

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