Air Fryer Churros
These easy air fryer churros are just as delicious as fried ones but with less oil. Perfect for a snack or dessert, they’re ready in under 30 minutes!
Equipment
- Air Fryer: Essential for cooking the churros to achieve that crispy texture without deep frying.
- Piping Bag (with star-shaped tip): Used for shaping the churros.
- Saucepan: For boiling the water and butter mixture.
- Mixing Bowls: For preparing the cinnamon sugar and churro dough.
- Shallow Dish: For mixing the cinnamon and sugar for coating.
- Spatula: For stirring and handling the dough.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the cinnamon sugar:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Boil water and butter in a saucepan, adding salt and sugar until the butter melts.
- Add flour, stir, and cook until the dough forms a ball.
- Cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly.
- Pipe dough into 3-4 inch strips in the air fryer.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Cook churros for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Toss churros in cinnamon sugar while warm.
Notes
Air fryer churros are a healthier, quicker version of the classic treat, crispy outside, soft inside, and coated with cinnamon sugar.