Description
These Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites are a guilt-free version of the classic treat, providing all the crispy, sweet cinnamon goodness without the deep-fried fuss. Perfect for a quick snack, family dessert, or fun breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup (240ml) Water
1/4 cup (56g) Unsalted Butter
2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (plus more for coating)
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1 cup (120g) All-Purpose Flour
1 Large Egg
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (for coating)
Cooking Spray (Avocado oil or Coconut oil recommended)
Instructions
- Combine Water, Butter, 2 tablespoons Sugar, and Salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil
- Remove from heat, add All-Purpose Flour, and stir until a smooth ball forms
- Cool slightly, then add beaten Egg and Vanilla. Mix well
- Spoon the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes
- Pipe 1 to 2-inch long pieces into the air fryer basket, leaving space for air circulatio
- Spray churro bites lightly with cooking spray and air fry for 10-12 minutes
- Meanwhile, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a shallow dish
- Toss churro bites in the cinnamon sugar mixture while warm and serve
Notes
For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking flour blend.
Dairy-free option available by using plant-based butter.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10-12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 bites
- Calories: 180-200 kcal
- Sugar: 10-12 g
- Sodium: 90-110 mg
- Fat: 8-10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4-5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25-28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4-5 g
- Cholesterol: 45-50 mg