Irresistibly Indulgent Nutty Churro Bites with Nutella
These Nutty Churro Bites with Nutella are quick to make and incredibly delicious, perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- piping bag
- Deep frying pan
Ingredients
Churro Dough
- 1 cup water
- 2.5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Nutella Filling
- 1 jar Nutella for filling
Coating
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts hazelnuts, almonds, or pecans
Frying
- 2-3 inches oil neutral oil for frying
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the churro dough: In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, then stir in flour until a cohesive dough forms.
- Incorporate eggs and vanilla: Let the dough cool slightly, add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Heat the oil for frying: In a deep frying pan, heat neutral oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Pipe and fry the churro bites: Fill a piping bag with churro dough and pipe small rounds into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown.
- Drain and cool: Remove churro bites and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Fill the churro bites with Nutella: Use a piping bag to insert Nutella into each churro bite.
- Coat in cinnamon and nuts: Roll each filled churro bite in a mixture of cinnamon and chopped nuts while still warm.
Notes
Store leftover churro bites in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain softness. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer and transfer to a bag once solid.
Nutrition
Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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