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Red Velvet Churros Recipe

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Red Velvet Churros are a delightful twist on the classic Spanish fried dough, featuring a rich red hue and a subtle cocoa flavor. These crispy and airy churros are piped and fried until golden, then generously coated in caster sugar for a sweet finish. Perfect as a festive treat or a fun dessert to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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Churro Dough

  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tbsp butter (40 grams)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp red food colour

For Frying and Coating

  • Sunflower oil (for deep frying)
  • Caster sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the liquid base: In a saucepan set over medium heat, combine water, butter, and sugar. Cook the mixture until the butter melts completely and the water comes to a vigorous boil, ensuring all ingredients are well dissolved.
  2. Make the dough: Reduce the heat to low and add the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and red food colour all at once. Stir rapidly and continuously to combine everything and form a smooth dough that pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  3. Cool the dough: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the dough to cool to room temperature. This step is important for easy handling and piping.
  4. Heat the oil: While the dough cools, pour sunflower oil into a kadhai or deep frying pan and heat it over medium until it reaches the appropriate frying temperature, around 350°F (175°C).
  5. Pipe and fry churros: Transfer the cooled dough into a piping bag fitted with a closed star nozzle. Pipe strips of dough directly into the hot oil, frying only 3-4 churros at a time to avoid overcrowding. Fry them until they are cooked through and golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per batch, turning as needed for even cooking.
  6. Drain and coat: Remove the fried churros with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Immediately coat them in caster sugar while still warm to ensure the sugar sticks well.
  7. Serve: Serve the red velvet churros warm as a festive treat or dessert.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil is at the right temperature before frying to prevent greasy churros.
  • Use a closed star nozzle for the classic churro ridged shape and better texture.
  • Allowing the dough to cool is crucial to prevent burns and maintain proper dough consistency for piping.
  • Do not overcrowd the frying vessel to maintain oil temperature and achieve an even fry.
  • Red food colouring can be adjusted based on desired vibrancy.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a vegan alternative.

Keywords: Red Velvet Churros, Fried Dessert, Churros Recipe, Cocoa Churros, Festive Dessert, Spanish Treat

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