Description
Churros Poppers are bite-sized, crispy fried dough treats coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect as a fun and delicious Mexican dessert. Crispy outside with a soft, tender inside, these poppers are easy to make and delightful to share. Serve them warm with chocolate or caramel dipping sauce for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying
- Vegetable oil (enough for 2 inches deep in pot)
Coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the water, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, salt, and unsalted butter. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat. Stir in the all-purpose flour vigorously until the dough forms a ball that pulls away from the sides of the pan. Remove from heat and allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Beat the eggs one at a time into the cooled dough mixture, ensuring each egg is fully combined before adding the next. Then mix in the vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and glossy, indicating it is well combined and ready for piping.
- Heat the Oil: In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy to ensure the correct frying temperature for crispiness without greasiness.
- Pipe and Fry Dough: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Carefully pipe 1-inch lengths of dough directly into the hot oil. Use scissors to cut the dough as you pipe to maintain uniform popper size. Fry the poppers in batches, avoiding overcrowding, for 2 to 3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Drain and Coat: Use a slotted spoon to remove the churro poppers and drain them on paper towels to absorb excess oil. While still warm, toss them in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Serve: Serve the churro poppers warm, optionally with chocolate or caramel dipping sauces for added flavor and indulgence.
Notes
- Serve churro poppers with chocolate or caramel dipping sauces for an extra treat.
- To make ahead, fry the churro poppers, freeze them on a baking sheet, then store in an airtight container.
- Reheat frozen poppers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes to restore crispiness.
