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Churros with Decadent Chocolate Sauce Recipe

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This classic Churros with Chocolate Sauce recipe offers crispy, golden-fried dough sticks coated in cinnamon sugar and served with a rich, velvety dark chocolate dipping sauce. Perfect as a decadent snack or dessert, these churros are made from a simple dough cooked on the stovetop and deep-fried to perfection for an indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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For the Churros

  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Neutral oil for frying (canola or sunflower), about 3–4 cups

For the Cinnamon Sugar

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1–1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Sauce

  • 3.5 oz (100 g) dark chocolate, chopped (60–70% cocoa)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp milk (optional, for thinning)
  • 1–2 tsp sugar or honey, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Mix the cinnamon sugar: In a shallow dish, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Set this mixture aside for coating the churros later.
  2. Make the dough base: In a medium saucepan, bring the water, sugar, salt, and unsalted butter to a simmer over medium heat. Stir gently until the butter has fully melted.
  3. Add the flour: Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly dump in the all-purpose flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 1–2 minutes. A thin film on the pan is normal.
  4. Cool slightly, then add egg: Let the dough cool for 3–5 minutes until warm but not hot. Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is glossy and smooth. Initially, the dough may look separated, but keep mixing until fully combined.
  5. Prep to pipe: Transfer the dough into a pastry bag fitted with a large open star tip (such as Ateco 827/829 or Wilton 1M). If you don’t have a pastry bag, use a sturdy zip-top bag and snip off a corner.
  6. Heat the oil: Pour neutral oil (canola or sunflower) into a deep pot to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350–360°F (175–182°C), using a thermometer to monitor temperature precisely, as this is critical for proper frying.
  7. Pipe and fry: Pipe 5–6 inch long ropes of dough directly into the hot oil, snipping the dough with scissors to release it. Fry the churros for 2–3 minutes per side until they are deeply golden and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pot to maintain oil temperature.
  8. Drain and coat: Remove the fried churros and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil briefly. While still warm, roll the churros in the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture to coat thoroughly; this helps the sugar stick to the churros.
  9. Make the chocolate sauce: Warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming but not boiling. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate and let it sit for 1 minute to melt. Stir until smooth and glossy. Add the vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and sweetener (sugar or honey) to taste. If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with optional milk.
  10. Serve immediately: Plate the churros warm with a cup of the chocolate sauce for dipping. Enjoy them fresh within the first 20 minutes for the best texture and taste.

Notes

  • Maintaining the oil temperature between 350–360°F is crucial to achieve crispy, golden churros without absorbing excess oil.
  • Using a large star tip for piping gives classic churros their ridged surface which holds the cinnamon sugar better.
  • You can store cooked churros warm in a low oven for up to 20 minutes but best enjoyed fresh.
  • The chocolate sauce can be adjusted in sweetness and consistency by varying sugar/honey and milk quantities.
  • For easier cleanup, consider using a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot for frying.

Keywords: churros, chocolate sauce, fried dough, cinnamon sugar, Spanish dessert, homemade churros

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