Homemade Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites
When you're craving something sweet but want to keep it on the lighter side, these Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites are the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. These bite-sized treats offer all the nostalgic, cinnamon-sugar magic of a traditional churro but with a fraction of the oil, thanks to the magic of air frying.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- ¼ cup Unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- Coating: ½ cup Granulated sugar 1 tbsp Ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp Melted butter
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in the flour with a wooden spoon until a smooth ball of dough forms.
- Let the dough cool for 5 minutes, then beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Scoop and roll the dough into 1-inch balls or pipe 1-inch pieces onto a tray.
- Place the bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes or until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- While the bites are cooking, whisk together the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Remove the hot bites from the air fryer, lightly brush with melted butter, and immediately toss in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.