Churros with Chocolate Sauce

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy, golden churros with a soft center
• Rich chocolate dipping sauce made from scratch
• Classic street food you can enjoy at home
• Perfect for parties, holidays, or cozy weekends
• Uses simple pantry staples
• Fun to make and even more fun to eat
• Naturally vegetarian
• Can be customized with cinnamon, caramel, or other dips
• Freezer-friendly and great for make-ahead
• Guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

For the churros:
1 cup water
½ cup butter
1 cup flour
1 tsp sugar
¼ tsp salt
2 eggs
Oil for frying
½ cup sugar (for coating)

For the chocolate sauce:
1 cup chocolate chips
½ cup heavy cream

Directions

Make the churros:

1. Prepare the dough: In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in flour all at once. Stir constantly until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
2. Cool and add eggs: Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth.
3. Heat oil: Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
4. Pipe and fry: Spoon dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting with scissors. Fry until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
5. Drain and coat: Remove churros from oil and drain on paper towels. Roll in sugar while still warm.

Make the chocolate sauce:

1. Heat cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer.
2. Add chocolate: Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips. Stir until smooth and glossy.
3. Serve: Serve warm churros with chocolate sauce on the side for dipping.

Servings and timing

Servings: Makes about 12–16 churros
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Variations

• Cinnamon Sugar Churros: Add 1 tsp cinnamon to the sugar coating.
• Filled Churros: Use a piping bag to fill with dulce de leche or Nutella.
• Spicy Chocolate Sauce: Add a pinch of cayenne or cinnamon to the sauce.
• Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter, egg substitute, and coconut milk.
• Baked Churros: Pipe onto a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.

Storage/Reheating

• Room Temp: Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 1–2 days.
• Freezer: Freeze uncooked dough or cooked churros for up to 1 month.
• Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes or air fryer until crisp. Avoid microwaving.

FAQs

Why did my churros turn out soggy?

They may not have been fried hot enough. Keep oil at a steady 350°F for best results.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can store the dough in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Do I need a piping bag?

It helps get the classic shape, but you can spoon and shape dough with care if needed.

Can I bake churros instead of frying?

Yes, though they’ll be less crispy. Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.

What kind of chocolate works best?

Semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips melt smoothly and pair well with the sweet churros.

Can I add cinnamon to the coating?

Yes! Cinnamon sugar is a popular and delicious addition.

What oil is best for frying churros?

Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point like vegetable or canola oil.

Can I make mini churros?

Absolutely—just pipe smaller lengths and fry for a shorter time.

How do I keep churros warm before serving?

Place them on a baking sheet in a low oven (200°F) until ready to serve.

Can I serve churros without dipping sauce?

Yes! They’re delicious on their own or with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Conclusion

Churros with Chocolate Sauce are a festive and irresistible dessert that brings the fun of street food into your home. With their crisp exterior, fluffy interior, and decadent dipping sauce, they’re a guaranteed favorite at any gathering. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these churros are perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth and a love for classic treats.

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• Author: Julia
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 12-16 servings
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Churros with Chocolate Sauce are a crispy, golden fried dessert coated in sugar and served with rich, homemade chocolate dipping sauce. This easy churro recipe is perfect for parties, holidays, or indulgent snacks—fun to make, naturally vegetarian, and absolutely irresistible!

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Ingredients

For the churros:

1 cup water

½ cup butter

1 cup flour

1 tsp sugar

¼ tsp salt

2 eggs

Oil for frying

½ cup sugar (for coating)

For the chocolate sauce:

1 cup chocolate chips

½ cup heavy cream

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Instructions

Make the churros:

1. Make dough: In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in flour until it forms a ball.

2. Add eggs: Let cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.

3. Heat oil: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or pot.

4. Pipe and fry: Pipe dough strips into hot oil using a piping bag with a star tip. Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden.

5. Coat: Drain and roll warm churros in sugar.

Make chocolate sauce:

1. Heat cream: In a small saucepan, bring cream to a simmer.

2. Melt chocolate: Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until smooth.

3. Serve: Serve churros with warm chocolate sauce for dipping.

Notes

Add cinnamon to the sugar for classic cinnamon sugar churros.

For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne to the chocolate sauce.

Vegan alternative: use dairy-free butter, milk, and egg replacer.

To bake: Pipe dough onto a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.

Store churros in an airtight container for 1–2 days or freeze for longer storage.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Spanish