Air Fryer Churro Bites
A healthier, quick, and easy alternative to traditional fried churros—these bite-sized cinnamon sugar treats are made in the air fryer and perfect for snacks or desserts!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Saucepan
- Piping Bag
Ingredients
Churro Dough
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg
- cooking spray
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Boil water, butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan.
- Stir in flour and baking powder until a dough forms. Let cool.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Pipe dough into 1–2 inch pieces on parchment paper.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Toss hot bites in mixture and serve immediately.
Notes
For gluten-free variation, substitute with gluten-free flour. Let the dough cool sufficiently before adding the egg to avoid scrambling. Serve warm for best texture.
