Churros Veganos

Churros Veganos are delightful, crispy vegan pastries that are perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat. Lightly dusted with cinnamon sugar, these churros are indulgent yet plant-based, making them suitable for everyone.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 125 grams
• water - 150 ml
• coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• sugar - 1 tablespoon
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• salt - a pinch
• sugar (for coating) - 50 grams
• vegetable oil (for frying) - enough for deep frying

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine water, coconut oil, and sugar. Heat over medium until the mixture is warm and the oil is melted.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Pour the warm liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and add vanilla extract. Stir until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
6. Pipe 10 cm long strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting them with scissors. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Remove churros and drain on paper towels.
8. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish and roll the churros in the mixture while still warm.
9. Serve immediately with a dipping chocolate or your favorite vegan sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Contains plant-based ingredients, suitable for vegan diets.
• Coconut oil provides a source of healthy fats.

Tags