Homemade Disney-Style Churros (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Coating
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Dough
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1/2 cup water
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
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2 large cold eggs
→ For Frying and Serving
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Vegetable oil for frying
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Chocolate sauce for serving (optional)
# Instructions:
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Mix 1/2 cup sugar with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a medium shallow bowl. Set aside.
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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, milk, vanilla, butter, salt, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring often. Reduce heat to low.
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Add flour to the hot mixture, stirring constantly until it forms a smooth ball and dries slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
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Transfer dough to a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer for 2 minutes to cool. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, until smooth and creamy.
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Heat 2 inches oil to 360°F. Pipe 3-inch strips of dough into hot oil using a star tip. Fry until golden brown, about 1.5 minutes per side. Keep oil between 350-370°F.
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Drain on paper towels briefly, then roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture. Serve immediately, optionally with chocolate sauce.
# Notes:
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Keep oil temperature steady between 350-370°F for best results
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Don't overcrowd the pan while frying - work in small batches