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Fluffy Air Fryer Churro Bites dusted with cinnamon sugar and ready to enjoy.

Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites

Deliciously fluffy churro bites made in the air fryer, coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect for a sweet treat without the mess of deep frying.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but lovely
Coating
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1-2 teaspoons cinnamon use more if you love cinnamon
  • light oil spray for air frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, add water, butter, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium until the butter melts and the mixture starts to gently bubble.
  2. Add the flour all at once. Stir with a sturdy spoon until it turns into a smooth ball and pulls away from the pan. Keep stirring for about 30 to 60 seconds to cook off a little extra moisture.
  3. Turn off the heat and let the dough sit for 5 to 8 minutes. Add the egg and mix until it looks smooth and glossy. Stir in vanilla if using.
  4. Spoon the dough into a piping bag with a star tip. Pipe small 1 to 1.5 inch pieces onto a plate or parchment.
Cooking
  1. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the pieces in a single layer with space between them.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 7 to 10 minutes until golden. Check at 7 minutes, especially for the first batch.
  3. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Toss the churro bites in the cinnamon sugar as soon as they come out.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with your favorite dip, such as warm chocolate sauce or caramel.

Notes

These churros are best enjoyed fresh within 30 minutes. If storing, allow them to cool completely and keep them in a container with the lid slightly cracked for the first hour.