How to Make Air Fryer Churros - A Step-by-Step Guide

Churros are a classic Spanish pastry that has gained popularity all over the world. These delicious, crispy, and often cinnamon-sugar coated treats are beloved by people of all ages. Traditionally, churros are deep-fried, but with the invention of air fryers, it's now possible to make healthier versions of this beloved dessert right at home. If you're a fan of churros but want to cut down on the oil, the air fryer churros recipe is the perfect solution.

Using an air fryer to make churros ...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 churros

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in milk and salt. Reduce the heat to medium and bring to a boil, continuously stirring with a wooden spoon. Quickly add flour all at once and keep stirring until the dough comes together.
  • Remove from the heat and let cool for 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in eggs with the wooden spoon until incorporated. Spoon dough into a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe dough directly into the air fryer basket, making six equal strips.
  • Air fry churros at 340 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl until well combined. Pour onto a shallow plate.
  • Remove churros from the air fryer and roll in the cinnamon sugar to coat.
  • Nutrition

    173 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 112mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 67mg