Light Churros in the Air Fryer – Crispy & Quick Recipe
Light, airy churros cooked in an air fryer for a golden, crispy treat without deep frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 churros 1x
Ingredients
1 cup water
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil.
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Remove from heat and stir in flour until a smooth dough forms. Let cool 5 minutes.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating until incorporated. Stir in vanilla.
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Transfer dough to a piping bag with a large star tip.
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F and spray basket with nonstick cooking spray.
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Pipe 4–5 inch strips of dough into the basket, leaving space between churros.
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Air fry 10–12 minutes until golden and firm. Rotate basket halfway if needed.
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Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Roll warm churros in mixture.
Notes
Use gluten-free flour or plant-based butter for dietary swaps. Serve immediately for crispiness or reheat in air fryer.