Indulge in Authentic Mexican Churros: A Sweet Treat from Our Kitchen

Homemade Mexican Churros are a delightful and surprisingly easy dessert to create right in your own kitchen. If you’ve never experienced the genuine taste of an authentic churro, prepare for a treat. These fried pastries, often referred to as Mexican donuts, are generously coated in cinnamon sugar and boast a soft, almost custard-like center. Traditionally enjoyed with rich Mexican hot chocolate, churros are incredibly versatile and can be paired with a variety of delectable dipping sauces such as a classic chocolate ganache (try adding a hint of chili powder for an exciting twist!), creamy caramel, or any of your favorite sweet accompaniments. For an extra touch of indulgence, consider serving them alongside ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream – the possibilities are truly endless!

Crafting the dough for this exceptional churros recipe is remarkably simple. The process begins by bringing water to a boil with butter, brown sugar, salt, and a splash of vanilla extract. Once boiling, remove the mixture from the heat, incorporate the flour, and stir until everything is well combined. The final step involves whisking in eggs and continuing to mix until the dough is perfectly smooth and uniform. After preparing the dough, simply pipe it into shape, fry until golden brown, and then generously roll the warm churros in a fragrant cinnamon sugar mixture.

What truly sets churros apart is their captivating interior texture – light, airy, yet wonderfully decadent. They melt in your mouth with each bite, offering a blissful experience. Dipping these freshly made churros into a simple yet luxurious chocolate ganache, prepared with just chocolate and heavy cream, elevates them to the perfect sweet indulgence. You might find, as I did, that your churros turn out slightly thicker or thinner depending on your piping technique and tip size – and that’s perfectly fine! Just remember to adjust the frying time accordingly to ensure they cook through perfectly, achieving that ideal golden crispness on the outside and soft interior.

Close-up of homemade Mexican churros coated in cinnamon sugar, showcasing their golden-brown color and ridged texture.

Group of freshly fried Mexican churros arranged on a wooden board, ready to be served with chocolate dipping sauce, highlighting their appealing presentation.

Detailed shot of a single Mexican churro dipped in rich chocolate ganache, emphasizing the contrast between the crispy churro and smooth sauce.

Overhead view of homemade Mexican churros sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and served with a bowl of chocolate ganache, illustrating a complete serving suggestion.

Several Mexican churros stacked to show their soft, airy interior and crispy exterior, demonstrating the ideal texture of a well-made churro.

Mexican churro broken in half to reveal the light and airy inside, with cinnamon sugar coating visible, inviting a closer look at the texture.

Discover the Ease of Making Churros at Home

For a visual guide on how effortlessly you can prepare homemade Mexican churros, take a look at our step-by-step video. You’ll see just how quickly these wonderfully decadent treats come together.

These churros are incredibly moreish, incredibly fun to make – and remarkably quick too! I can assure you, they will disappear in moments once they’re in your house.

Craving more delightful fried desserts? Why not explore our recipe for Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Donuts with Vanilla Glaze?

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Recipe: Authentic Mexican Churros with Chocolate Ganache

Description: Homemade churros, perfectly crispy and coated in a cinnamon sugar blend, accompanied by a luscious chocolate ganache dipping sauce. Adapted from a recipe inspired by Cooking Mexican.

Ingredients:

Churros:

• 1 cup water
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (5 ounces/145g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• Oil for frying

Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Chocolate Ganache:

• 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (chips or chopped chocolate)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

Equipment: Piping bag fitted with a medium closed star tip (approximately 1/2 inch wide), candy thermometer or deep fryer for consistent oil temperature.

Making the Churros:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, brown sugar, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
2. Once boiling, remove the pan from the heat and quickly add all the flour at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture comes together into a smooth ball of dough that pulls away from the sides of the pan.
3. Let the dough cool slightly for a few minutes. Then, beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated into the dough before adding the next. The dough should be smooth and pipeable.
4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C). If using a pot, ensure there is at least 3 inches of oil for frying.
5. Transfer the churro dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Carefully pipe 4-5 inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil, using scissors or a knife to cut the dough as you pipe. Fry in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot, for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Remove churros from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. While still warm, generously roll each churro in the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Making the Chocolate Ganache:

1. Place the semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
2. In a separate saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not boil.
3. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate. Let it sit for a minute to soften the chocolate, then whisk together until smooth and glossy. If needed, gently warm in the microwave in short intervals to fully melt the chocolate and achieve a smooth ganache.

Serving: Serve the warm Mexican churros immediately with the chocolate ganache for dipping. Best enjoyed fresh!

Recipe Notes:

• Churros are at their absolute best when served on the same day they are made.
• For a spicy chocolate ganache, add a pinch of chili powder to the ganache while whisking.
• Adjust frying time based on the thickness of your churros to ensure they are cooked through without burning.

Recipe Details:

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Cuisine: Mexican

Keywords: churros, mexican churros, dessert, sweets, mexican donuts, homemade churros, cinnamon sugar churros, chocolate ganache, easy dessert, fried dessert.

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