Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions:
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 2: Prepare the Baking Sheet - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 3: Make the Dough - In a medium saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and buttermilk over medium heat. Stir until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Step 4: Incorporate Dry Ingredients - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- Step 5: Add Eggs and Color - Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring to the dough. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Step 6: Fill the Pastry Bag - Transfer the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip nozzle.
- Step 7: Pipe the Churros - Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in 4 to 6-inch strips, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 8: Bake - Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Step 9: Prepare Cinnamon Sugar - Mix together cinnamon and sugar in a shallow bowl for coating.
- Step 10: Coat the Churros - Roll the warm churros in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
- Step 11: Serve and Enjoy! - Serve the churros warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Store churros in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- For longer storage, freeze in a single layer until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.
- Reheat in a warm oven before serving to restore texture.
