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Homemade Churros with Chocolate Sauce

Classic Spanish street food at home, featuring a choux-style dough fried to perfection and served with warm ganache.

Medium 20 min prep 15 min cook 35 min total 6 servings 4.7/10
Ready in
35 minutes

Makes 6 servings

About This Recipe

Classic Spanish street food at home, featuring a choux-style dough fried to perfection and served with warm ganache.

Classic Spanish dessert made easy.

Ratings

Expert Rating
4.7
95% confidence
Final Score
4.7
90% confidence

Category Scores

9.8
Taste
6.0
Difficulty
9.5
Presentation
4.0
Nutrition
9.0
Value
9.0
Instructions
9.5
Ingredients
9.0
Time Accuracy
8.5
Would Make Again
9.0
Overall

Cooking Timeline

Prep 20 min
Cook 15 min
  1. Step 1
  2. Step 2
  3. Step 3
  4. Step 4
  5. Step 5

Ingredients

Dough

Coating

Chocolate Sauce

Equipment

  • Piping bag With large star nozzle
  • Deep-fry thermometer For accurate oil temp
  • Heavy-bottomed pot For frying

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a pot, bring water, butter, and 1 tbsp sugar to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a ball forms.

  2. 2

    Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip.

  3. 3

    Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Pipe 6-inch strips into oil and fry until golden brown.

  4. 4

    Drain on paper towels and toss immediately in cinnamon-sugar mixture.

  5. 5

    For sauce, heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate, and whisk until smooth.

Nutrition

Calories 380
Protein 4g
Carbs 42g
Fat 22g
Fiber 2g
Sugar 25g
Sodium 80g
Serving Size 2 churros with sauce

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

Authentic crispy texture paired with a decadent chocolate finish.

Pros

  • Simple ingredients
  • Restaurant quality
  • Perfect dessert

Cons

  • Requires deep frying
  • Best served warm

Overview

Classic Spanish dessert made easy.

AI Insights

Summary

Classic Spanish street food at home, featuring a choux-style dough fried to perfection and served with warm ganache.

Tips

  • Use a large star tip for the signature ridges
  • Let the dough cool slightly before piping to avoid burns
  • Do not overcrowd the frying pot

Substitutions

  • Dark chocolate → Milk chocolate for a sweeter dip
  • Cinnamon sugar → Cardamom sugar for a twist

Storage

Best enjoyed immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.

Pairing

Strong espresso Vanilla bean ice cream

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FAQ

Why did my churros burst?
The oil may be too cold or the dough too wet; ensure the dough ball is cooked through before piping.
Can I bake them?
You can, but they will be less authentic; fry for the true crispy texture.

About the Author

FindEdition Kitchen

Recipe tested and reviewed by the FindEdition culinary team.

Specialty: Spanish cuisine

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