Crispy Air Fryer Churros

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Churros
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; Olive oil spray

Published: June 22, 2026 | Spanish Cuisine | ⏱ 25 min

Cinnamon sugar air fryer churros with chocolate dipping sauce

Air fryer churros bring the beloved Spanish street food to your kitchen without the hassle of deep frying. The hot circulating air creates a beautifully crispy exterior while keeping the inside soft and tender. Rolled in cinnamon sugar and served with thick chocolate sauce, these are an irresistible treat.

Recipe Info

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time10 min

Total Time25 min

Servings4

DifficultyMedium

CuisineSpanish

1 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Olive oil spray

2 Instructions

Make the choux pastry

In a saucepan, bring water, butter, and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir vigorously until a smooth dough forms. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes.

Add eggs

Beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract until the dough is smooth and pipeable.

Pipe and air fry

Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe 4-5 inch strips onto parchment. Spray with oil. Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown.

Coat and serve

Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Toss hot churros in the mixture until coated. Serve with warm chocolate sauce.

Pro Tips

Use a star-shaped piping tip for the classic churro ridges that help the cinnamon sugar stick.
Do not skip spraying with oil. A light coating is essential for achieving a golden, crispy exterior.

Nutrition Information

Calories	290 kcal
Protein	6g
Fat	14g
Saturated Fat	8g
Carbohydrates	36g
Fiber	1g
Sugar	20g
Sodium	180mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Canned or frozen churro dough works well. Pipe or place directly in the air fryer and cook at 190°C (375°F) for 6-8 minutes.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.6 (189 votes)

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