How to Make the Perfect Churros with Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Mexican · Medium · 35 min · 6 servings
These golden crispy churros are fried to perfection, rolled in cinnamon sugar, and served with a deeply rich dark chocolate sauce that makes them completely irresistible. They are the kind of dessert that cannot wait and must be eaten the moment they come out of the oil.
Why this recipe works
This Churros with Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 480 calories with 6g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 4 ounces dark chocolate 70 percent finely chopped
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Churro Dough
Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan with a tablespoon of sugar and a pinch of salt. Remove from heat and stir in the flour all at once using a wooden spoon until a smooth thick dough forms with no lumps. Let it cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
Step 2: Fry the Churros
Heat vegetable oil in a deep heavy pot to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Pipe 4 to 5 inch lengths of dough directly into the hot oil cutting with scissors. Fry 4 to 5 churros at a time for 3 to 4 minutes turning once until deep golden brown all over. Do not overcrowd the pot as it lowers the oil temperature.
Step 3: Make the Chocolate Sauce
While the churros fry heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to steam and small bubbles appear around the edges. Do not let it boil. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a bowl and let sit for 2 minutes before stirring into a glossy smooth sauce.
Step 4: Coat and Serve Immediately
Remove the fried churros with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels for 30 seconds. Roll each churro immediately in the cinnamon sugar mixture while still hot so the coating adheres perfectly. Serve at once alongside the warm dark chocolate sauce for dipping and do not delay serving.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- dark chocolate → milk chocolate for a sweeter and more approachable dipping sauce for children
- all purpose flour → a gluten-free 1-to-1 baking flour blend for a celiac-friendly version that works nearly as well
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Frying at the wrong oil temperature which causes churros to be greasy and soft rather than crispy
- Waiting to roll in cinnamon sugar which means the coating does not stick to the already cooling surface
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 480 calories, 6g protein, 58g carbs, 26g fat, 3g fiber.
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