Cinnamon-Dusted Mini Churros

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Cinnamon-Dusted Mini Churros
40 min.
20
179kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Cinnamon-Dusted Mini Churros, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! These bite-sized wonders are not only vegetarian and dairy-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, but they also pack a punch of flavor that will leave you craving more. With a preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 20 servings, making them ideal for gatherings, parties, or simply a cozy night in.

Imagine the aroma of warm churros wafting through your kitchen as you fry them to golden perfection. Each churro is lovingly coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, creating a delightful contrast between the crispy exterior and the soft, fluffy interior. The addition of orange juice adds a subtle citrus twist that elevates the traditional churro experience, making these treats truly unique.

Whether you enjoy them on their own or paired with a rich chocolate dipping sauce, these mini churros are sure to impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, grab your pastry bag, and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. Treat yourself to the joy of homemade churros and savor every delicious bite!

Ingredients

  • large egg yolk 
  • 2.8 teaspoons ground cinnamon divided
  • 2.5 tablespoons orange juice 
  • 1.5 cups self raising flour 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 20 servings vegetable oil for deep-frying

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • kitchen thermometer
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Whisk eggs, egg yolk, 6 tablespoons sugar,orange juice, orange peel, vanilla, and 1/2teaspoon cinnamon in large bowl.
  2. Let stand5 minutes, then stir in flour.
  3. Mix 1 cup sugarand 2 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon in medium bowl.
  4. Pour enough oil into heavy largesaucepan to reach depth of 1 inch. Attachdeep-fry thermometer to side of pan andheat oil to 355°F to 360°F over medium-highheat. Spoon batter into pastry bag fitted with3/8-inch (medium) star tip. Working in batches,pipe several 3- to 4-inch-long ribbons ofbatter into hot oil. Fry until golden brown,turning occasionally and adjusting heatto maintain temperature, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
  5. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  6. Working in batches, add warm churrosto bowl of cinnamon sugar and toss to coat.
  7. Per serving: 295.8 (kcal) calories,
  8. 5 % calories from fat, 13.2 g fat, 1.4 g saturated fat,
  9. 9 g total sugars,
  10. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories179kcal
Protein3.14%
Fat72.72%
Carbs24.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.7
Glycemic Load
7.03
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.6982608022897%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.25mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:179.44kcal
8.97%
Fat:14.63g
22.5%
Saturated Fat:2.32g
14.51%
Carbohydrates:10.93g
3.64%
Net Carbohydrates:10.55g
3.84%
Sugar:3.85g
4.28%
Cholesterol:18.36mg
6.12%
Sodium:1.12mg
0.05%
Alcohol:0.1g
100%
Alcohol %:0.42%
100%
Protein:1.42g
2.84%
Vitamin K:25.87µg
24.64%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.23%
Selenium:4.71µg
6.72%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.22%
Phosphorus:16.28mg
1.63%
Folate:6.23µg
1.56%
Fiber:0.38g
1.5%
Vitamin C:1.07mg
1.3%
Copper:0.02mg
1.04%
Source:Epicurious