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Air Fryer Churro Bites

Enjoy the classic churro flavor without the guilt with these easy air fryer churro bites! Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they're a quick and healthy treat that's ready in minutes. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings with a lighter twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • Cooking spray non-stick
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Piping bag with large star tip (or zip-top bag)
  • Air fryer
  • Shallow Bowl
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter (or coconut oil), and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and immediately add the flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  3. Let the dough cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. The dough will seem a little separated at first, but keep mixing until smooth.
  6. Transfer the churro dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off).
  7. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  9. Pipe small, bite-sized pieces of dough (about 1-2 inches long) directly into the air fryer basket, leaving some space between them. Don't overcrowd! Cook in batches if necessary.
  10. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Keep a close eye on them, as air fryers can vary.
  11. While the churro bites are air frying, prepare the cinnamon-sugar coating in a shallow bowl by combining the sugar and cinnamon.
  12. Immediately after removing the churro bites from the air fryer, toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  13. Serve warm and enjoy immediately for the best texture.

Notes

For best results, use a good quality non-stick cooking spray. Store any leftover churro bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Re-crisp in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes before serving. Experiment with flavor variations by adding orange zest or spices like nutmeg or cardamom to the dough or cinnamon-sugar mixture. Dipping in melted chocolate or caramel sauce is also delicious!