If you’ve got a craving for something sweet, fried, and covered in cinnamon sugar, this Churros Recipe is what you need. They’re crisp on the outside, soft in the middle, and ridiculously easy to make at home. No yeast, no long waits. Just a quick stovetop dough, a few minutes of frying, and you’re ready to roll them in cinnamon sugar and start snacking. These are the kind of treats that disappear fast, so plan accordingly.

Homemade Churros Recipe

Perfect for parties, holidays, or last-minute dessert cravings, churros come together in under 30 minutes. They’re kid-approved, budget-friendly, and a fun project with a big payoff.

You don’t need any fancy gear. Just a star tip, a piping bag or zip-top bag, and a heavy-bottomed pan for frying. The dough is basic and forgiving, and the cinnamon sugar coating gives them that classic flavor.

Serve them warm for the best texture. They’re light, crisp, and perfect for dipping in chocolate sauce, caramel, or just enjoying as-is.

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• Fast and Simple – From start to finish in under 30 minutes
• No Yeast Required – Skip the rise time with this egg-based dough
• Classic Flavor – That sweet cinnamon sugar crust never gets old
• Fun to Make – Great for cooking with kids or hosting a DIY dessert bar
• Crispy and Tender – The perfect balance of crunch and softness

Try our Maple Bars, too!

Recipe Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Sugar – A touch in the dough and more for coating after frying
• Unsalted Butter – Adds richness to the dough and helps with structure
• Water – Base liquid for the dough; helps everything come together
• Salt – Balances the sweetness and sharpens the flavor
• All-Purpose Flour – The main structure of the churro dough
• Large Eggs – Give the dough moisture, texture, and structure
• Cinnamon Sugar Mix – The final coat that makes churros iconic

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How To Make This Recipe

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1. Combine your sugar, butter, water, and salt in a saucepan.
2. Heat the mixture to boiling, then reduce the heat and stir in your flour.
3. Stir it continuously over low heat to dry out the dough a bit, and then remove the pan from the heat and let the dough cool for 10-15 minutes in the fridge.

TIP: When in doubt, let these cool longer than you need to. If the dough isn’t cool enough, adding the eggs will turn into a total disaster by cooking the eggs before they are incorporated into the dough.

4. You can do this next part by hand, I just prefer to use my mixer. Either way. Add the eggs one at a time and mix well between each addition.
5. Place the dough into a large piping bag (or a large ziplock!) fitted with a large star tip. Heat your oil to 350 degrees, and snip off 3-4 inch sections of dough from the pastry bag into the oil.
6. Fry, turning and getting them evenly browned, for about 2 minutes.
7. Remove from the oil and toss in cinnamon sugar. Enjoy alone, or with your favorite chocolate sauce.

Serve with some Quesabirria!

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