Mini churros in a bottle can be a delightful and unique way to present this classic treat. Here’s how you can make mini churros in a bottle:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, for coating
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, for coating
Instructions:
- Prepare the Churro Dough:
- In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the butter is melted.
- Add the Flour:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the flour until it forms a smooth dough.
- Mix in the Eggs:
- Allow the dough to cool slightly, then stir in the vanilla extract. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth.
- Prepare the Coating:
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for coating the churros.
- Fry the Churros:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Spoon the churro dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Pipe the Mini Churros:
- Squeeze the piping bag to pipe small portions of the churro dough directly into the hot oil, cutting them into 2-inch lengths using scissors or a knife.
- Fry until Golden Brown:
- Fry the mini churros in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Coat the Churros:
- As soon as the mini churros are removed from the oil, roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
- Arrange in Bottles:
- Once the mini churros have cooled slightly, carefully place them in clean, dry bottles for serving.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the mini churros in bottles with additional cinnamon-sugar mixture for dipping, if desired.
These mini churros in a bottle make for a fun and charming presentation, perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a special treat. Enjoy their crispy exterior and soft interior, with the delightful flavor of cinnamon and sugar!
