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Air Fryer Churro Bites Recipe Easy Crispy Treats Ready in 20 Minutes

  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x

Description

These air fryer churro bites are perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and dusted with irresistible cinnamon sugar coating—all ready in just 20 minutes. A quick, mess-free, and kid-approved sweet treat.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for dough (25g)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar for coating (100g)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for coating (8g)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk (120ml), whole milk preferred
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (28g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • Cooking spray or oil for air fryer basket

Instructions

  1. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
  2. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Make the dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The dough will be thick but slightly sticky. Do not overmix.
  4. Portion the dough: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion out tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the dough balls in a single layer without touching. Air fry for 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even browning.
  7. Toss the warm bites in a bowl with the cinnamon and remaining ½ cup sugar using tongs or a fork to coat evenly.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy as is.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even crisping. Use fresh cinnamon for best flavor. Spray the basket lightly with oil to prevent sticking but avoid soaking. If bites are not crispy enough, add 1-2 extra minutes of air frying. Dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before cooking. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes to restore crispiness.

  • Prep Time: 13 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 2 bites
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 7
  • Sodium: 70
  • Fat: 4
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5
  • Carbohydrates: 18
  • Fiber: 0.5
  • Protein: 2

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