Crispy, golden, and coated in cinnamon sugar, these Air Fryer Churros are a lighter twist on the classic treat. No deep frying required. Easy to make at home with simple ingredients for a fun and delicious dessert.
Air Fryer Churros are a fun and easy way to enjoy this classic treat without the mess of deep frying. They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in a delicious cinnamon sugar mixture.
Whether you’re making them for a party, family movie night, or just because you’re craving something sweet, these churros come together quickly and taste just like the ones from the fair only lighter and made right at home.
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Why We Love This Recipe
- No deep frying required. All the crispy, golden goodness of traditional churros made easier and healthier in the air fryer.
- Simple ingredients. Made with pantry staples like flour, butter, sugar, and cinnamon nothing complicated or hard to find.
- Kid-friendly and fun to make. Great for cooking with kids or as a fun weekend treat everyone will enjoy.
- Ready in minutes. The air fryer speeds things up, so you can go from craving to snacking in no time.
Ingredients
- Butter. Use real, unsalted butter for the best flavor and texture in your churro dough.
- Ground Cinnamon. Adds that classic warm churro flavor. Adjust the amount to your taste or preference.
- All-Purpose Flour. Provides structure for the dough. For accurate measurement, spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it off. Don’t scoop directly.
- Eggs. Use large eggs at room temperature for smoother mixing and better dough consistency.
Find the complete ingredients for this recipe at the bottom of the page.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1. Melt the unsalted butter and cinnamon mixture. Get out a small saucepan, add the water, butter, cinnamon and salt. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low.
Step 2. Next, gradually add the flour to the mixture and stir with a wooden spoon. Do this slowly until a ball has been formed. Then remove the saucepan from the heat and cool for 5 minutes.
Step 3. Then add the eggs into the mixture one at a time.
Step 4. Stir until combined.
Step 5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then, attach a large star tip to a piping bag and spoon the dough mixture into the piping bag. Pipe dough into 3 to 4-inch long strips. Then place the baking sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes.
Step 6. Finally, remove the frozen churros from the baking sheet and place them in the air fryer basket in batches. Air Fry at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
Step 7. Mix together the cinnamon and sugar coating in a small bowl. Next, toss the churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture while they are still warm. This should be done right away so the mixture adhered to the churros.
Step 8. Serve warm and enjoy.
Serving Suggestions
- Caramel sauce – The cinnamon sugar coating is delicious with caramel sauce. You can drizzle some on top or dip the churros into caramel. It is delicious.
- Hot fudge recipe – Chocolate fans will love churros with hot fudge sauce or chocolate sauce. My kids love to dip churros into lots of chocolate.
- Strawberry Sauce – For a fruity twist, try serving churros with this easy homemade strawberry sauce. It is sweet and delicious.
- Whipped Cream – Dip into whipped cream or dollop on top. This is delicious alone or paired with some of the other dipping sauce options.
Storage
Room Temperature:
Air fryer churros are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Keep them in a cool, dry place to prevent sogginess.
Reheating:
To bring back their crisp texture, reheat churros in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes. This helps them regain that just-fried crunch without overcooking.
Freezing:
You can freeze cooked churros. Let them cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen in the air fryer at 350°F for 5–6 minutes, or until heated
Can You Make In Advance?
Prepare the Dough Ahead:
You can make the churro dough up to 1 day in advance. Once prepared, cover tightly and refrigerate. When ready to cook, let it sit at room temperature for about 15–20 minutes so it’s easier to pipe.
Pipe and Freeze (Uncooked):
Pipe the churros onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. When you’re ready to air fry, cook straight from frozen. Just add a couple extra minutes to the cooking time.
Expert Tips
- Use a star piping tip. A large star tip helps give churros their signature ridged shape, which not only looks authentic but also helps hold more cinnamon sugar.
- No piping bag? No problem. If you don’t have a piping bag, use a sturdy zip-top bag with a corner snipped off. It won’t be as precise, but it still works in a pinch.
- Freeze before air frying. Always freeze the piped churros for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This helps them keep their shape and prevents them from spreading too much in the air fryer.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Leave space between each churro in the air fryer basket. Proper air circulation is key to getting that golden, crispy exterior.
- Coat immediately in cinnamon sugar. As soon as the churros come out of the air fryer, roll them in your cinnamon sugar mixture while they’re still hot. This ensures the coating sticks perfectly.
- Serve warm. Air fryer churros are best enjoyed fresh and warm, when they’re crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. They don’t store particularly well, so plan to enjoy them the same day if possible.
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Air Fryer Churros
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup Butter
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon divided
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 ¼ cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup Sugar
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Instructions
- In a small saucepan, add the water, butter, ¼ tsp of the cinnamon and salt. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low.
- Slowly add in the flour until a ball is formed. Then remove the saucepan from the heat and cool for 5 minutes. Then add the eggs into the mixture one at a time and stir until they are all combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Attach a large star tip to a piping bag and spoon the dough mixture into the piping bag. Pipe 3-4 inch long strips of dough onto the baking sheet (cut the dough with a knife or kitchen scissors). Repeat the process until all the churros are formed. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F. Remove the churros from the baking sheet and place them in the air fryer basket at least 1 inch apart. Air Fry at 375 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until the churros are golden brown.
- Then in a small shallow dish, combine the sugar and the remaining cinnamon.
- Roll the churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture while they are still warm.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
