Turkish Churros
Turkish churros, also known as ‘tulumba,’ are a delightful treat that combines a crispy outer layer with a soft, fluffy interior. Infused with warm cinnamon and sugar, each bite is a sweet embrace for your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these churros are easy to make and can be customized with various dips or fillings. Serve them warm with chocolate sauce for an unforgettable dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1 stick unsalted butter (113g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (25g)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g) mixed with 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
- Chocolate sauce (store-bought or homemade for dipping)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water and butter. Stir until melted, then bring to a gentle boil.
- Remove from heat and mix in flour and sugar until you have a thick dough.
- Let the dough cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to about 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe strips into hot oil, frying until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while warm. Serve immediately with chocolate sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg