Churros

These gluten-free churros are light and crispy, coated in cinnamon sugar, and perfect for dipping in chocolate sauce. Enjoy a delightful treat that brings the essence of traditional churros right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

• water - 250 ml
• unsalted butter - 50 g
• granulated sugar - 1 tablespoon
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• gluten-free all-purpose flour - 125 g
• large eggs - 2
• cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• granulated sugar (for coating) - 1/4 cup
• vegetable oil (for frying) - 500 ml
• dark chocolate (for dipping) - 50 g

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the gluten-free flour until a dough forms.
3. Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
4. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle.
5. In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
6. Pipe 10 cm long strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting them with scissors. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Using a slotted spoon, remove the churros and drain on paper towels.
8. In a shallow bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together, then immediately toss the warm churros in the mixture until fully coated.
9. Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler for dipping, and serve alongside the churros.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a quick source of energy due to sugar content.
• Gluten-free option makes it suitable for those with gluten intolerance.

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