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Sweet Churro Donut Bites

Sweet Churro Donut Bites: Warm, Fluffy, and Irresistible Treats

These Sweet Churro Donut Bites are fluffy delights that combine warmth and sweetness without the mess of deep frying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Bites
  • 1.5 cups plain flour Avoid cake or bread flour for best results.
  • 0.5 cups sugar White granulated sugar preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Feel free to swap in nutmeg for a twist.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure freshness.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 2 large eggs Can be replaced with flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 0.5 cups milk Substitute with non-dairy milk if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor enhancer.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Can be swapped with vegetable oil.
For the Coating
  • 0.75 cups sugar Combine with cinnamon for coating.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon Adjust ratio to taste.
For Optional Topping
  • Chocolate (optional) High-quality chocolate or caramel sauce.

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients; plain flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients; eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
  4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and fold gently until just combined.
  5. Prepare your donut pan by greasing it and fill each cavity about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool for about 5 minutes on a wire rack.
  8. Melt the butter and combine sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
  9. Brush the donut bites with melted butter and coat in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  10. Optionally, melt chocolate and dip or drizzle over the coated donut bites.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze uncoated for 3 months.

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