Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites
Indulge in the joy of homemade Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites, a delightful treat that’s perfect for both kids and adults! These crispy bites capture the essence of fair-style churros without the mess of deep frying. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this fun dessert in no time. The combination of warm dough coated in cinnamon sugar creates an irresistible snack that’s ideal for movie nights, family gatherings, or simply treating yourself after a long day. Plus, making them in an air fryer keeps them light and fluffy while retaining that crunchy exterior. Get ready to enjoy these mouthwatering bites that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in plain flour until it forms a smooth ball; remove from heat and cool for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in vanilla essence and egg until fully incorporated.
- Pipe small bites onto parchment paper or directly into your air fryer basket.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook churro bites for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Toss warm churro bites in cinnamon sugar coating before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg