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Easy Air Fryer Churro Bites (Healthier Recipe)

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Enjoy a healthier twist on classic Mexican churros with these Easy Air Fryer Churro Bites! Lightly fried to crispy perfection, these sweet treats are coated in cinnamon sugar and perfect for sharing.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 churro bites

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (for coating)
  • Cooking spray or oil mister

Instructions

  1. Bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat and add flour, stirring until a dough forms.
  2. Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla until smooth.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and pipe small portions of dough onto a parchment-lined tray.
  4. Lightly spray churro bites with cooking spray and place in air fryer basket. Air fry for 8-10 minutes until golden.
  5. Toss churro bites in cinnamon sugar to coat evenly.

Notes

  • Serve warm with chocolate sauce or caramel dip.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute gluten-free flour.
  • Can be frozen for up to 1 month; reheat in the air fryer.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Healthier

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 churro bite
  • Calories: 80 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg