Cinnamon Sugar Churro Bites

These Cinnamon Sugar Churro Bites have a crisp, golden exterior with a soft, airy inside—perfect for when you want all the churro flavor from the fair but made at home. This delicious crispy dessert will impress your family and friends. Serve them warm with a rich chocolate drizzle or a spiced dipping sauce for an irresistible, easy-to-make dessert.

Ingredients

1 Cup Water

2 Tablespoons Coconut Sugar or Granulated Sugar

2 Tablespoons Vegan Butter or Coconut Oil

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

1/4 tsp Salt

1 cup All-purpose Flour (measure precisely!)

1 tsp Baking Powder

1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon (optional, for a bit of warmth)

1-2 Tablespoons Plant Milk (if needed for texture)

Neutral Oil for Frying (such as canola or vegetable)

Coating

1/2 Cup Coconut Sugar or Granulated Sugar

1 tsp Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, vegan butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir until the butter melts and the mixture begins to simmer.

Remove from heat and immediately add the 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. (This is key to avoiding gumminess!)

Let the dough cool for 5 minutes. Then mix in baking powder and a splash of plant milk if the dough feels too stiff.

Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a star tip. (A strong bag works best!)

Heat at least 2 inches of oil in a pan to 350°F (175°C).

Pipe 3-4 inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil, cutting with scissors. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp.

Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and roll in cinnamon-sugar while still warm.

Pro Tips for Perfect Churros

Use fresh baking powder – Old baking powder won’t give a rise. Make sure the dough is fully mixed – No dry lumps or too much moisture. Use the right oil temperature – If it’s too low, churros will be greasy and gummy. If too high, they’ll brown outside but stay raw inside. 350°F (175°C) is the sweet spot! Don’t overcrowd the pan – This keeps the oil temperature stable.