Sweet Meets Salty: The Ultimate Salted Caramel Churro Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate sweet and salty combination with this Salted Caramel Churro Recipe! This delightful variation adds a touch of sea salt to the classic churro dough, perfectly complementing the rich and decadent salted caramel dipping sauce. Prepare for a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your tastebuds.

Salted Caramel Churros

These churros offer a delightful balance of sweet and salty with a hint of sea salt in the dough and a decadent salted caramel sauce for dipping.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Mexican, Spanish

Servings 12

Calories 147 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Medium saucepan (for churros)
• 1 Whisk
• 1 Wooden Spoon or Spatula
• 1 Large pastry bag fitted with a large star tip
• 1 Deep fryer or large pot
• 1 Tongs or slotted spoon
• 1 Paper towel-lined plate
• 1 Shallow dish for cinnamon-sugar mixture
• 1 Small saucepan (for caramel sauce)

Ingredients

  

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• 1 Cup Water
• 1/4 Cup Unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• 1 Tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1/4 Tsp Salt
• 1/8 Tsp Fine sea salt
• 1 Cup All-purpose flour
• 1 Large Egg
• Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
• 1/2 Cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Tsp Ground cinnamon

Instructions

 

• Make the Churro Dough: In a saucepan, heat water, butter, sugar, salt, and sea salt over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low. Immediately add flour and stir vigorously until the dough forms a ball. Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl, cool for 5 minutes, then beat in the egg.
• Make the Salted Caramel Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Cook without stirring until it turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat, carefully whisk in butter (mixture will bubble), then slowly whisk in heavy cream. Stir in vanilla and salt. Keep warm.
• Heat Oil: Fill a deep fryer or pot with 2 inches of oil. Heat to 360°F (180°C).
• Pipe and Fry Churros: Transfer dough to the pastry bag. Pipe 4-5 inch ropes of dough directly into the hot oil. Use a knife or scissors to cut the dough. Fry in batches until golden brown, flipping once.
• Drain and Coat: Remove churros with tongs or a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Immediately roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with salted caramel sauce for dipping.

Storage Guidance: Best eaten fresh. Churros can be stored unfrosted in an airtight container at room temperature for a day. Salted caramel can be made ahead, stored in the refrigerator, and gently rewarmed before serving.

Recipe Notes:

• Sea Salt: Use a good quality sea salt for the best flavor.
• Caramel Temperature: Use a candy thermometer for accurate caramel temperature monitoring.
• Oil Temperature (Churros): Monitor oil temperature throughout frying for consistent results.

Caution: Hot caramel can cause burns. Handle with care.

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal

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Salted Caramel Churro Recipe offers an irresistible interplay of sweet and salty notes. The hint of sea salt in the churro dough enhances the rich caramel flavors, creating a balanced and satisfying taste experience. Whether you enjoy them on their own or dipped in the luxurious salted caramel sauce, these churros are guaranteed to please.

Get creative with your Salted Caramel Churros! Drizzle the salted caramel sauce directly over the churros, add chopped nuts for a delightful crunch, or even experiment with other gourmet topping combinations.

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