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Cinnamon Sugar Churros Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup white sugar

Special Equipment Needed:
- Deep-fryer
- Piping bag with star tip
- Paper towels

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the flour mixture until it forms a ball.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and cinnamon.
6. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
7. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
8. Pipe 3-inch strips of dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
10. Roll the churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
Serving Size: 4

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 533
Fat: 28.6 g
Carbohydrates: 61.2 g
Protein: 5.2 g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the all-purpose flour, you can use gluten-free flour.
- For the butter, you can use vegan butter or coconut oil.
- For the white sugar, you can use coconut sugar or maple syrup.

Variations:
- For a chocolate variation, you can add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the flour mixture.
- For a spicier variation, you can add 1 teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the churros.
- Don't overcrowd the fryer when frying the churros.
- Let the churros cool before rolling them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Storage Instructions:
The churros can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
The churros can be reheated in the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the churros with a scoop of ice cream.
- Serve the churros with a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce.

Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of hot chocolate.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the churros are not browning, the oil may not be hot enough.
- If the churros are burning, the oil may be too hot.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the churros.
- Make sure to keep the churros away from children.

Food History:
Churros are a traditional Spanish dessert that is believed to have originated in the 18th century.

Flavor Profiles:
Cinnamon Sugar Churros have a sweet and spicy flavor with a crunchy texture.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert.
- Serve as an afternoon snack.

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Region: Spanish

Taste: Sweet, Cinnamon, Crispy, Sugary, Cinnamon-Y, Spicy, Doughy