Baked Churro Bites – Sweet Easy Recipes for a Cinnamon-Sugar Craving
Ever have one of those days where your sweet tooth throws a full-blown tantrum until it’s fed? These baked churro bites are the answer. Not fried, but still crispy where it counts and full of warm cinnamon sugar goodness. I’ve baked them during last-minute cravings, late-night movie marathons, and—don’t judge—a Tuesday breakfast. They’re tiny, sweet, and gone before you can say 'just one more.'
This treat fits right into sweet easy recipes and brings the best of air fryer desserts easy recipes without needing an air fryer. They’re quick enough for a weeknight snack (hello, easy recipes for dinner moments) but also deserve a spot at your next weekend brunch. Think quick and easy recipes with a sugary, crispy hug.
And let’s be honest—bread easy recipes have nothing on these churro bites when it comes to dessert payoff. Whether you're craving easy cake recipes or need quick evening snacks easy recipes to impress, this one’s your go-to. Oh, and don’t forget to dunk them in chocolate. Not a suggestion. A friendly demand.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, 1 tablespoon sugar, and salt. Bring it to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, stir in the flour all at once and mix vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides.
- Remove from heat. Let it cool for 5 minutes. Then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe 1- to 2-inch pieces onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until puffed and golden. Let them cool for a few minutes.
- Toss the warm churro bites in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar until fully coated. Serve warm, preferably with melted chocolate.