Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Warm, sweet churro bites made in the air fryer with a chocolate dipping sauce, offering a mess-free dessert option that's quick and delicious.
Ingredients
For the Churro Bites
- 1 cup water For cooking the dough.
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces For flavoring the dough.
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Provides sweetness to the dough.
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Base for the dough.
- 2 large eggs, room temperature Important for dough texture.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar For coating the churro bites.
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon For the coating mixture.
- Neutral oil spray or melted butter For light coating in the air fryer.
- 1 pinch salt Balances the flavors.
For the Chocolate Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream For creating the sauce.
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips Semi-sweet is best for balance.
- 1 pinch salt Enhances the chocolate flavor.
Instructions
Preparation of Churro Dough
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Let the butter melt and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the flour all at once. Keep stirring until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides.
- Let the dough cool for 5 minutes to prevent the eggs from scrambling. Add vanilla, then beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth and sticky.
Air Frying Churro Bites
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip or a zip-top bag with a small corner snipped. Pipe 1-inch pieces onto a parchment-lined sheet.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F and lightly mist the basket with oil. Cook the churro bites for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway if necessary, until puffed and lightly golden.
- While warm, toss the churro bites in a bowl with the cinnamon sugar mix. Optionally, brush with melted butter first for better coating.
Making the Chocolate Dipping Sauce
- Warm 1/2 cup cream in a small saucepan until steaming at the edges, then turn off the heat.
- Add 3/4 cup chocolate chips to the cream and let it sit for a minute. Whisk until smooth and shiny. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
Notes
Churro bites are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored for up to 2 days at room temperature. To re-crisp, air fry at 350°F for 2-3 minutes. For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months and air fry from frozen.