Churros with Chocolate

Ingredients

• •1 cup water
• •2 tbsp granulated sugar
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •2 tbsp vegetable oil
• •1 cup all-purpose flour
• •2 large eggs
• •1 tsp vanilla extract
• •1/4 tsp baking powder
• •2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• •1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
• •1 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
• •1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• •1/2 cup heavy cream
• •1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for chocolate)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of all-purpose flour until the mixture forms a ball. Allow to cool slightly.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, beat 2 large eggs along with 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/4 tsp baking powder. Gradually add the egg mixture to the dough, mixing until smooth and elastic.

4. 4

   In a large pot, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).

5. 5

   Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 4-6 inch long churros directly into the hot oil, cutting off the ends with scissors.

6. 6

   Fry churros until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon. Roll the warm churros in the sugar mixture to coat.

8. 8

   For the chocolate sauce, heat 1/2 cup heavy cream in a saucepan until just steaming. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Serve churros warm with the chocolate dip.