Cranberry Orange Churro Dough
This Cranberry Orange Churro Dough combines the tartness of cranberries with the bright citrus flavor of orange for a unique twist on classic churros. Crispy on the outside and soft inside, these churros are perfect for the holidays or any time of year!
Equipment
- Saucepan for boiling water and butter
- Mixing bowl for combining ingredients
- Electric mixer to mix the dough
- Deep fryer for frying the churros
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar for dough
- 1 tsp orange zest freshly grated
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sugar for coating churros
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon for coating churros
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar, and orange zest to a boil. Stir until butter is fully melted.
- Reduce heat to low. Add flour and chopped cranberries, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth ball.
- Transfer dough to a mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract until the dough is smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Pipe dough into hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- Combine sugar and cinnamon. Roll fried churros in the mixture while still warm.
Notes
- Storage: Best served fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in an oven for crispiness.
- Serving Tip: Serve with a cranberry-orange dipping sauce or white chocolate glaze for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 180Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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