Copycat Churros Recipe From Disneyland Parks! These homemade churros are simple to prepare and so delicious! Honestly, they’re just so good, we can’t resist have all that cinnamon sugar on top of that crunchy churro texture. Homemade Churros coated in cinnamon sugar are the ultimate treat!
A churro is a fried-dough pastry that originated in Spain and is popular in many Latin American countries. It is made by mixing flour, water, and salt to form a dough, which is then piped through a star-shaped nozzle and deep-fried until it is golden brown. Churros are often served hot and dusted with sugar, and they can be enjoyed on their own or with a variety of dips and sauces. They are a popular street food and are often sold at fairs, carnivals, and other public events.
If you have leftovers or if you want to store churros that you have freshly made, the best way to store them is to place them in an airtight container or bag and keep them in the refrigerator. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat the churros, you can place them in the oven or toaster oven at 350°F (180°C) for a few minutes until they are warm and crispy. You can also microwave the churros for a few seconds, but be careful not to overcook them or they will become soft and soggy.
Not what you are looking for? Try these other sweet recipes:
- Luscious Lemon Squares
- Cinnamon Sugar Lattice Cookies
- Easy Chocolate Ice Cream
- Salted-Caramel Pineapple Upside-Down Cake.
Churros
These homemade churros are from Disney Parks and they are simple to prepare and so delicious!
- Prep Time: :15
- Cook Time: :25
- Total Time: :40
- Yield: 10 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 8 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon divided
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable or canola oil
- 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
- Combine water, butter, salt, and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon in 1 ½-quart saucepan over medium heat. Bring pot to rolling boil. Reduce heat to low.
- Add flour and stir vigorously until mix forms a ball. Remove from heat and let rest for 5-7 min.
- Add eggs, one at a time, and stir until combined. Set aside.
- Heat oil in medium skillet or 1-quart saucepan over medium-high heat or until temperature reaches 350˚F.
- Spoon dough into piping bag fitted with large star tip. Pipe 1-inch strip of dough over saucepan, cut with knife, and drop into hot oil. Repeat until churro bites fill saucepan with room to fry.
- Fry churro bites until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon or mesh spider strainer.
- Drain churro bites on paper towel.
- Mix sugar and ½ teaspoon cinnamon in medium bowl. Toss in churro bites until coated. Place on serving plate and serve with favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Nutrition
- Calories: 225kcal
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
- Sodium: 158mg
- Potassium: 35mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 10g
- Vitamin A: 351IU
- Calcium: 14mg
- Iron: 1mg
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10