Description
Heart Shaped Churros are a delightful twist on the classic churro, shaped into charming hearts that bring warmth and joy to any occasion. These crispy, fluffy treats are dusted with cinnamon sugar, making them perfect for romantic evenings or family gatherings. Whether you serve them with chocolate sauce or enjoy them plain, Heart Shaped Churros promise to elevate your dessert game and create sweet memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 2 tsp cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil until the butter melts.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.
- Let cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to about 350°F (175°C).
- Pipe heart shapes onto parchment paper or directly into the hot oil and fry until golden brown (about 2 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 churro (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg