I fell in love with the idea of mixing water, unsalted butter, eggs, and a hint of cinnamon to create these airy churro bites. They evoke perfect Snack Ideas For Movie Night, with a tender interior wrapped in a delicate sugar-cinnamon coating that leaves you excited to try every bite.
I recently experimented in the kitchen and came up with these Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites that are totally irresistible. I was looking for an easy treat for movie nights and parties and decided to try making dessert snacks without all the fuss.
I mixed 1 cup water with 1/2 cup unsalted butter and a pinch of salt, then whisked in 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, and a splash of vanilla extract. The batter came out pretty smooth and fluffy, and once I dropped the bites into the air fryer (thanks to some cooking spray on the basket) they got super crispy.
After they were done, I tossed them in a combo of 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. If you’re after a quick, yummy, and fun bite to share with friends, this recipe is totally for you!
Why I Like this Recipe
I love this recipe because for one, its crispy on the outside but super fluffy inside which totally satisfies my texture cravings. I also dig how quick and simple it is to whip up in my air fryer, which saves me tons of time on busy evenings. Plus, the cinnamon sugar coating gives it that perfect sweet kick that reminds me of fun, old school treats. And honestly, there’s something exciting about piping out these little bites that makes snack time feel extra special.
Ingredients
- Water: Brings the necessary moisture to mix everything real smooth.
- Unsalted Butter: Gives a rich flavor and helps make the bites nicely crispy.
- All-purpose Flour: Acts as the main carb source, forming the dough’s sturdy base.
- Eggs: Provide a bit of protein and work as a binder to hold things together.
- Granulated Sugar: Adds a sweet crunchy coating that makes every bite addictive.
- Ground Cinnamon: Infuses a warm spice that lifts the overall flavor in a cozy way.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cooking spray (for the air fryer basket)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
How to Make this
1. Start by preheating your air fryer to 350°F while you get everything ready.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; heat over medium high until it starts to boil.
3. Once it boils, remove it from the heat and add 1 cup all-purpose flour all at once. Stir it fast till it forms a thick, smooth dough.
4. Let the dough cool off for a minute, then add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the dough is smooth and shiny.
5. Transfer your dough into a piping bag fitted with your favorite small round or star tip.
6. Spray the air fryer basket generously with cooking spray.
7. Pipe small bite sized pieces into the basket, making sure there’s enough space between them so they cook evenly.
8. Cook in the air fryer for about 10-12 minutes or until they look crispy on the outside.
9. In a separate small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
10. Right after they’re done, let the churro bites cool for a minute then toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they’re well coated, then serve warm and enjoy!
Equipment Needed
1. Air fryer (make sure it can preheat to 350°F)
2. Medium saucepan
3. Measuring cups and measuring spoons
4. Whisk or stirring spoon
5. Piping bag with a small round or star tip
6. Cooking spray (for the basket)
7. A small bowl for mixing the cinnamon sugar
8. A cooling tray or rack (optional, but handy)
FAQ
Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Unsalted butter: You can use coconut oil or margarine if you prefer a dairy-free option.
- Water: Replace it with milk or a non-dairy alternative for a richer taste.
- Eggs: Try a flax egg (mix 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons water) if you need an egg substitute.
- Vanilla extract: If you don’t have vanilla, almond extract can work in a pinch for a different flavor twist.
- Granulated sugar: Brown sugar is a good swap if you want a deeper, caramel-like sweetness.
Pro Tips
1. Let the dough cool down for like a couple of minutes before you add the eggs, otherwise they might cook too fast and mess up your dough consistency.
2. Make sure to spray the air fryer basket really well with the cooking spray so your churro bites dont stick and become all messy.
3. When you pipe the dough, leave enough space between each piece because if you crowd them, they wont crisp up evenly.
4. Toss the churro bites in the cinnamon sugar mix while they’re still hot, that way the mix sticks better and gives you superior flavor.
Crispy Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe
I fell in love with the idea of mixing water, unsalted butter, eggs, and a hint of cinnamon to create these airy churro bites. They evoke perfect Snack Ideas For Movie Night, with a tender interior wrapped in a delicate sugar-cinnamon coating that leaves you excited to try every bite.
8
servings
225
kcal
Equipment: 1. Air fryer (make sure it can preheat to 350°F)
2. Medium saucepan
3. Measuring cups and measuring spoons
4. Whisk or stirring spoon
5. Piping bag with a small round or star tip
6. Cooking spray (for the basket)
7. A small bowl for mixing the cinnamon sugar
8. A cooling tray or rack (optional, but handy)
Ingredients
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1 cup water
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Cooking spray (for the air fryer basket)
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1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Directions
- Start by preheating your air fryer to 350°F while you get everything ready.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; heat over medium high until it starts to boil.
- Once it boils, remove it from the heat and add 1 cup all-purpose flour all at once. Stir it fast till it forms a thick, smooth dough.
- Let the dough cool off for a minute, then add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the dough is smooth and shiny.
- Transfer your dough into a piping bag fitted with your favorite small round or star tip.
- Spray the air fryer basket generously with cooking spray.
- Pipe small bite sized pieces into the basket, making sure there's enough space between them so they cook evenly.
- Cook in the air fryer for about 10-12 minutes or until they look crispy on the outside.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
- Right after they're done, let the churro bites cool for a minute then toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they're well coated, then serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 75g
- Total number of serves: 8
- Calories: 225kcal
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Polyunsaturated: 1.5g
- Monounsaturated: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 144mg
- Potassium: 100mg
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 13g
- Protein: 3g
- Vitamin A: 200IU
- Vitamin C: 0mg
- Calcium: 20mg
- Iron: 0.8mg
