Strawberry Churro Dough
This Strawberry Churro Dough brings a fruity twist to classic churros, infusing the dough with natural strawberry flavor. Perfect for creating crispy, golden churros with a sweet strawberry kick!
Equipment
- Saucepan for heating dough ingredients
- Mixing bowl for combining dough
- Deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pan with oil
- Piping bag fitted with a large star tip
- Tongs for flipping churros
- Paper towels for draining excess oil
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter cut into pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree fresh or frozen, strained
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and butter. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and add flour. Stir continuously until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove from heat and let the dough cool slightly. Mix in the strawberry puree until well combined.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl. Add the egg and beat until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- In a deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer dough to a piping bag with a large star tip. Pipe 4-6 inch strips of dough into the hot oil, using scissors to cut dough. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove churros with tongs and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with strawberry sauce or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Optional Equipment: A thermometer helps maintain oil temperature for consistent frying.
- Customization: Coat churros in cinnamon-sugar mixed with freeze-dried strawberry powder for extra flavor.
- Storage: Best served fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day and reheat in an oven.
- Serving Tip: Pair with chocolate or strawberry dipping sauce for a delicious treat.