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Homemade Baked Churros

Homemade Baked Churros

These Homemade Baked Churros are light, crispy, and topped with cinnamon and sugar. A delicious Mexican treat perfect for Cinco de Mayo.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 24 churros

Equipment

  • Baking Sheets
  • Medium saucepan or cast iron skillet
  • stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tbsp butter + 1-2 additional tbsp melted butter to coat
  • tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Topping

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Heat water, butter, sugar and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. When it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and stir in flour. Continue to stir until the dough pulls away from the sides and forms a smooth ball—this takes about a minute or two.
  • Remove the pan from heat and let the dough cool for about 5–7 minutes.
  • Using a hand mixer or by hand, beat in eggs, one at a time, and add pure vanilla extract. Continue to beat until a smooth batter forms.
  • Scoop the dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 4–6 inch strips directly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet leaving space between them.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the churros are golden brown and firm. For an extra crisp texture, you can flip them halfway through baking. Optional: brush them with melted butter before baking to help with browning.
  • While still warm, brush each churro with melted butter (if you didn’t do that earlier) and roll them in a mix of ½ cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon. The butter helps the coating stick.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them in a 350°F oven or an air fryer for 5–7 minutes to crisp them up again.
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