Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

Ingredients:

• For the Churros:
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • Oil, for frying
  • 1/2 cup sugar, for coating
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, for coating
• For the Chocolate Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chopped dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, adjust to taste)

Instructions:

1. Make the Churros Dough:

• In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and add the flour, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
• Let the dough cool for a few minutes, then add eggs one at a time, stirring until incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

2. Prepare for Frying:

• Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
• Spoon the churro dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
• Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting them with scissors at the desired length.
• Fry churros until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

3. Coat the Churros:

• Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Toss warm churros in the mixture until well coated.

4. Make the Chocolate Sauce:

• Heat the cream in a small pot until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate and sugar. Let sit for one minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.

5. Serve:

• Arrange churros on a plate with the chocolate sauce in a bowl for dipping.

Enjoy these churros as a delightful treat, perfect for a special dessert or a festive gathering!