This delicious Homemade Churro Bites with Nutella comes together in about 30 minutes and requires just a skillet for frying, perfect for a quick and easy dessert that your family will love! You can switch up the flavorings or toppings to suit your taste, or even use it to clean out your pantry with whatever odds and ends you’ve got lying around. Trust me; these get gobbled up fast, my kids can’t resist them!
Ingredient Breakdown
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Oil for frying
- Nutella for dipping
- Ground cinnamon for dusting
Let’s Get Cooking!
Step-by-Step Instructions
In a saucepan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar. Bring it all to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to combine, about 3-4 minutes until it’s bubbling and fragrant!
Once boiling, remove from heat and immediately stir in your flour and baking powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Just don’t be tempted to skip this step, it gives an excellent texture that your family will love! Let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a deep frying pan, heat enough oil to submerge your churro bites, about 2 inches deep over medium heat. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of dough in; it should sizzle right away! This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
Spoon the mixture into a piping bag or use a Ziploc bag with the corner cut off. Pipe small rounds into the hot oil, about 2-3 inches in diameter. Fry until they are golden brown on all sides. This takes about 3-4 minutes; flip them occasionally for even cooking. The smell while they fry, just heavenly!
Once they’re golden brown, remove them and let them drain on paper towels. While they’re still hot, toss them in a cinnamon-sugar mixture (about 1/4 cup sugar with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon works beautifully!).
Serve warm with Nutella for dipping. Seriously, my kids end up fighting over the last few!
My Go-To Churro Bites Recipe!
Now, I can’t lie; this is my go-to recipe when I need something sweet and easy for my family. It’s a total crowd-pleaser and absolutely qualifies as comfort food. I’m a real sucker for desserts that don’t take ages to whip up, and it’s even better because you can use whatever you’ve got on hand. This is ideal for those nights when you want to treat your loved ones without a fuss!
If you loved this churro bites recipe, be sure to check out my Easy Strawberry Sandwich, my Oreo Sushi Rolls, or my Gingerbread Pudding Cake!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
These churro bites truly come together in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy families who want to whip up something sweet without a huge time commitment!
Customizable
Have leftover ingredients? Switch up the flavorings! Switch the vanilla for a citrus zest or swap Nutella for your favorite spread, berry jams work surprisingly well!
Crowd-Pleaser
These treats are great for any gathering! Whether you’re having friends over or just a cozy family movie night, the whole family will love them!
Comfort Food
There’s something inherently comforting about fried dough. The warm, sweet bites are heavenly with Nutella, packed with flavors they’ll remember for years to come.
Serving and Storage
How to Serve This Recipe
Serve these churro bites hot out of the fryer with a side of Nutella for dipping, or if you’re feeling particularly generous, provide a few different sauces! Pair with milk or a cup of coffee for the adults; it’s a hit in my household.
Storage
These churro bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature. Refrain from refrigerating them, this can make them lose their delightful crunch.
Reheating Instructions
If you want to enjoy them later… simply pop them in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes until warm and slightly crisp again. Honestly, though, they’re so good right after frying, you might not have any left!
Freezer Friendly?
Yes! You can freeze the dough before frying. Just store it in a freezer-safe bag, and when you’re ready to enjoy, thaw in the fridge overnight, then follow the frying instructions. You can also freeze the fried churros for up to a month.
Remember, the best part about this recipe is the joy it brings. Cooking is all about creating memories, one delicious bite at a time.
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Homemade Churro Bites with Nutella
Ingredients
Method
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally for about 3-4 minutes.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in flour and baking powder until smooth. Let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- In a deep frying pan, heat oil to about 2 inches deep over medium heat.
- Test the oil with a small piece of dough; if it sizzles, it’s ready.
- Spoon the mixture into a piping bag or Ziploc bag and pipe small rounds into the hot oil, frying until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels, then toss in cinnamon-sugar mixture while still hot.
- Serve warm with Nutella for dipping.