Air Fryer Churro Bites – Easy Cinnamon Sugar Treat

Abby Marlow

These Air Fryer Churro Bites are crispy outside, soft inside, and coated in warm cinnamon sugar. No deep frying required—just quick, beginner-friendly steps for a sweet snack that’s perfect for parties, family nights, or a cozy treat at home.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American, Spanish

Servings 6 servings

Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients

For the Dough:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water
⅓ cup plus 1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg

For the Coating:

1 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Melted butter for brushing if needed

Optional for Serving:

Chocolate syrup
Honey
Nutella

Instructions

In a saucepan, combine water, butter, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat, gradually stir in flour, and mix until a smooth dough forms. Turn off the heat.
Transfer dough to a bowl and let cool for 4–5 minutes. Add egg and vanilla, mixing with an electric hand mixer until smooth.
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the basket with nonstick spray.
Transfer dough to a piping bag and pipe bite-sized pieces into the basket, leaving space between each.
Brush tops with butter and cook for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Toss warm churro bites in the mixture, brushing with butter if needed for coating to stick.
Serve immediately with chocolate syrup, honey, or Nutella.

Notes

For the crispiest Air Fryer Churro Bites, don’t overcrowd the basket—cook in batches. Variation: add pumpkin pie spice to the coating for a seasonal twist.

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