Description
Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites are a guilt-free dessert option that combines the classic taste of churros with a healthier cooking method.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water, coconut oil, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in whole wheat flour until a dough forms.
- Let the dough cool slightly, then add vanilla extract and knead until smooth.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Shape the dough into small bite-sized pieces.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place the churro bites in a single layer.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl and toss the churro bites in the mixture before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, adjust the sugar to your preference.
- These churro bites can be served with a dipping sauce like chocolate or caramel.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 churro bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg