# What You Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 cup water
02 - 2 ½ tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
04 - ¼ tsp salt
05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 large egg
07 - ½ tsp vanilla extract
→ For Frying
08 - 2 cups vegetable oil
→ Cinnamon Sugar
09 - ½ cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Chocolate Dipping Sauce
11 - ½ cup heavy cream
12 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate, chopped
13 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
14 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar
15 - Pinch of salt
# Steps:
01 - Combine water, butter, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until butter melts completely.
02 - Add flour all at once to the boiling liquid. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the pan sides, approximately 2 minutes.
03 - Remove saucepan from heat and let the dough cool for 5 minutes. This prevents the egg from cooking when added.
04 - Add the egg and vanilla extract to the cooled dough. Beat thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy, ensuring complete incorporation.
05 - Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Ensure the tip is securely attached to prevent leaking during piping.
06 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan and heat to 350°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to maintain proper temperature for even cooking.
07 - Pipe 4 to 6-inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil, cutting with scissors. Fry in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
08 - Remove churros from oil using a slotted spoon. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil while still warm.
09 - Combine cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Roll warm churros in the mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coating on all sides.
10 - Heat heavy cream and sugar in a small saucepan until just simmering. Remove from heat immediately.
11 - Add chopped chocolate, butter, and salt to the hot cream. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until completely smooth and glossy.
12 - Arrange churros on a serving plate and serve warm with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side for dipping.
