Churros
Discover this authentic Spanish Churros recipe — a satisfying weeknight dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with butter, vanilla extract, plain flour and 10 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 6 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 40 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this spanish classic is sure to impress.
20
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
400
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 50 g Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 250 g Plain Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 L Sunflower Oil
- 2 chopped Bread
- 200 g Dark Chocolate
- 100 ml Double Cream
- 100 ml Milk
- 3 tablespoons Golden Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 100 g Caster Sugar
- 2 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
6 steps · ~44 minutes total
Step 1
Boil the kettle, then measure 300ml boiling water into a jug and add the melted butter and vanilla extract. Sift the flour and baking powder into a big mixing bowl with a big pinch of salt. Make a well in the centre, then pour in the contents of the jug and very quickly beat into the flour with a wooden spoon until lump-free. Rest for 10-15 mins while you make the sauce.
10 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 2
Put all the sauce ingredients into a pan and gently melt together, stirring occasionally until you have a smooth shiny sauce. Keep warm on a low heat.
8 minutesStep 3
Fill a large deep saucepan one-third full of oil. Cooking with hot oil can be dangerous – before you start, read up on how to deep-fry safely to avoid accidents in the kitchen. Heat until a cube of bread browns in 45 seconds to 1 min. Cover a tray with kitchen paper and mix the caster sugar and cinnamon together.
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 4
Fit a star nozzle to a piping bag – 1.5-2cm wide is a good size. Fill with the rested dough, then pipe 2-3 strips directly into the pan, snipping off each dough strip with a pair of kitchen scissors. Fry until golden brown and crisp. Be very careful here – if air bubbles form in the churros they can explode, especially if the oil overheats or you use old flour. Cooking with hot oil can be dangerous – before you start, read up on how to deep-fry safely to avoid accidents in the kitchen. Keep children out of the kitchen and protect yourself by wearing long sleeves and eye protection, and keeping your face away from the pan.
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 5
Once the churros are crisp and golden brown, remove them from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on the kitchen paper-lined tray. Carry on cooking the rest of the dough in batches, sprinkling the cooked churros with some cinnamon sugar as you go. When you’ve cooked all the churros, toss with any remaining cinnamon sugar and serve with the chocolate sauce, for dipping.
5 minutesThe dough is ready when it springs back slightly when poked.Step 6
To see a video of how to prepare churros, take a look at our churros ice cream sandwich recipe.
5 minutes
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your spanish meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Churros is a beloved dish from Spanish cuisine, originating in Spain. With a total preparation time of about 50 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Spanish cuisine celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients cooked with simplicity and flair. From tapas culture to regional specialties, Spain's food traditions are deeply rooted in community and celebration.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
To make authentic Spanish churros, you will need water, flour, sugar, salt, and oil for frying. For a traditional touch, you can also add cinnamon and vanilla extract.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
