Classic Churros

Ingredients

• 250 ml de agua (1 cup water)
• 50 g de mantequilla sin sal (3.5 tablespoons unsalted butter)
• 3 g de sal fina (1/2 teaspoon fine salt)
• 10 g de azúcar (2.5 teaspoons sugar)
• 150 g de harina multiusos (1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour)
• 2 huevos medianos, a temperatura ambiente
• 1 cucharadita de vainilla (opcional)
• Aceite para freír
• Azúcar y canela para cubrir

Method

1. In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, salt, and sugar, and bring to a boil.
2. Remove from heat and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously until a smooth dough forms.
3. Let the dough cool slightly, then beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated and glossy.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract if using.
5. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
6. Heat oil in a deep pot to about 350°F (175°C).
7. Pipe strips of dough directly into the hot oil, cutting with scissors or a knife, and fry until golden and crisp, turning occasionally.
8. Remove churros with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
9. While still warm, roll the churros in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon to coat.
10. Serve immediately.