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Crispy Baked Churro Bites Recipe with Thick Chocolate Sauce Easy and Perfect

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These crispy baked churro bites are a warm, sweet, and crunchy treat coated in cinnamon sugar and served with a thick, velvety chocolate sauce. They offer a lighter alternative to traditional deep-fried churros with less mess and fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (whole or 2%, or dairy-free almond/oat milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • 1/4 cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for chocolate sauce)
  • Pinch of salt (for chocolate sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto the baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  7. While baking, mix 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a shallow bowl for coating.
  8. Let baked bites cool for 2 minutes, then toss warm bites in cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly.
  9. In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk cocoa powder, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes. Add more cream if too thick.
  10. Serve churro bites warm with chocolate sauce for dipping.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to keep bites tender and crispy. Coat churro bites while still warm for best sugar adhesion. Sift cocoa powder to avoid lumps in chocolate sauce. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup. For extra crispiness, let bites cool on a rack before coating. Variations include gluten-free flour, dairy-free milk and cream, and adding spices like nutmeg or cayenne for a twist.

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Keywords: churro bites, baked churros, cinnamon sugar, chocolate sauce, easy dessert, crispy churros, no fryer dessert

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