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Churro Chips Recipe

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Churro Chips are a delightful snack made by coating flour tortilla triangles in cinnamon sugar and baking or air frying them until crispy. Inspired by traditional churros, these chips offer a sweet, crunchy treat perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own. Whether baked in the oven or cooked in an air fryer, they provide a simple and quick way to satisfy your sweet tooth with minimal ingredients and effort.

Ingredients

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Churro Chips Ingredients

  • 6 medium flour tortillas
  • 4 tbsp. melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp. ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare tortillas: For oven method, preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). For air fryer, preparation will be done before cooking. Cut each tortilla into 8 triangles using a sharp knife.
  2. Coat tortillas in butter: Toss the tortilla triangles in melted butter, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. This step helps the cinnamon sugar mixture stick and helps the chips crisp up during cooking.
  3. Mix cinnamon sugar: In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. This will be the flavorful coating for the chips.
  4. Coat tortillas in cinnamon sugar: Working in batches, toss the butter-coated tortilla triangles in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated on all sides.
  5. Bake the churro chips (oven method): Spread the coated tortilla chips on a large baking sheet in a single layer to ensure even cooking. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chips become crispy and golden. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.
  6. Air fry the churro chips (air fryer method): Place the cinnamon sugar-coated tortilla chips in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for about 6 minutes, or until the chips are crispy and golden. Remove and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet or air fryer basket to achieve even crispiness.
  • Adjust baking or air frying time slightly depending on your oven or air fryer model to avoid burning.
  • Serve churro chips fresh for the best texture and flavor.
  • These churro chips are perfect as a snack on their own or served with chocolate sauce, caramel, or fruit dips.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crispiness, but they are best eaten within 1-2 days.

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