Churros with Homemade Chocolate Dipping Sauce

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in cinnamon sugar — churros are a beloved Spanish treat that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. Paired with a rich, velvety chocolate dipping sauce, these churros are perfect for parties, weekend indulgence, or cozy nights in. You won’t believe how simple (and fun) it is to recreate this street-food favorite in your own kitchen!

Ingredients:

For the churros:

1 cup water
2 ½ tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil for frying

For the cinnamon sugar coating:

½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the chocolate dipping sauce:

100g (3.5 oz) dark or semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter (optional, for shine)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation:

Make the churro dough:
In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and 2 tablespoons of oil. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a ball forms.
Heat the oil:
Fill a deep pot with 2–3 inches of vegetable oil and heat to 350°F (175°C).
Pipe the churros:
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe strips (around 4–6 inches) directly into the hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown, turning as needed.
Coat in cinnamon sugar:
Remove churros and drain briefly on paper towels. Roll in cinnamon sugar while still warm.
Make the chocolate sauce:
Heat the cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat, add the chopped chocolate, and let sit for 1–2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Add butter and vanilla for extra richness.
Serve:
Arrange churros on a plate with a bowl of warm chocolate sauce. Dip and enjoy immediately!