Cinnamon Toast Crunch Churros, the crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated treats that take your breakfast cereal to a whole new level. Grab a plate, get your dipping sauces ready, and get ready to experience churro heaven.
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Calling all churro lovers and cereal enthusiasts! Brace yourselves for the ultimate snack fusion that will have you drooling. Whether you're treating yourself to a solo indulgence or sharing the churro love with friends and family, these Cinnamon Toast Crunch churros are the real deal.
They're crispy, they're cinnamon-y, and they're downright addictive.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Cinnamon is like a warm hug for your taste buds, and these churros are bursting with that cozy, comforting flavor.
- Don't worry if you're not a seasoned baker. This recipe is designed to be straightforward and fuss-free. With simple ingredients and clear instructions, you'll have these churros whipped up in no time.
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch churros are a treat that everyone can enjoy. Whether you're serving them up at a brunch gathering, as an after-school snack, or as a party dessert, they're perfect for dipping into chocolate sauce, caramel, or your favorite sweet sauces.
ingredients You'll Need
- Water: The base liquid used to create the churro batter.
- Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and flavor to the churro batter.
- Salt: A small amount of salt enhances the overall flavor of the churros.
- All-Purpose Flour: The primary dry ingredient that forms the structure of the churro batter.
- Eggs: Eggs play a crucial role in binding the churro batter together and adding moisture.
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal: The star ingredient that gives these churros their unique flavor and texture!
- Sugar: Adds sweetness to the churro batter and is also used in the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Ground Cinnamon: Combined with sugar to create the cinnamon-sugar coating that the churros are rolled in.
- Vegetable Oil: Used for frying the churros. It has a high smoke point, which allows the churros to achieve a crispy exterior while cooking evenly.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt over medium heat. Bring to a boil.
Step 2: Reduce heat to low and add flour all at once. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
Step 4: Add eggs one at a time, stirring until each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The mixture should be smooth and glossy.
Step 5: Mix together crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch, sugar, and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
Step 6: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 375 °F.
Step 7: Spoon churro batter into a piping bag fitted with a tip.
Step 8: Pipe 4-5 inch long strips of batter into the hot oil, cutting each one off with scissors or a knife.
Step 9: Fry for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 10: While still warm, roll churros in the Cinnamon Toast Crunch mixture until coated. Serve warm and enjoy!
NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!
Expert Tips
- When crushing the Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, aim for a fine consistency with a few slightly larger pieces. This will give your churros a balanced crunch and help the coating adhere well.
- Use a kitchen thermometer to be sure the oil reaches 375°F.
- Avoid overcrowding the pot or fryer. Fry the churros in small batches to allow them enough space to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
- The suggested frying time of 2-3 minutes is a general guideline, but keep a close eye on your churros as they cook.
- Once the churros are done frying, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Dab them gently with another paper towel to remove any remaining oil.
- For the perfect coating, roll the churros in the cinnamon-sugar-Cinnamon Toast Crunch mixture while they are still warm. This allows the sugar to stick to the surface.
Variations
- Filled Churros: Add a surprise element by injecting a filling into your churros. Fill them with chocolate ganache, dulce de leche, or even a cream cheese filling. Use a piping bag with a small round tip to carefully fill the churros after they have cooled slightly.
- Caramel Drizzle: Take your churros to caramel heaven by drizzling them with a caramel sauce. The combination of cinnamon, sugar, and caramel will create a flavor explosion.
- Churro Ice Cream Sandwiches: Take your churros to the next level by transforming them into ice cream sandwiches. Slice the cooled churros in half horizontally, place a scoop of your favorite ice cream flavor in the center, and sandwich them back together. Roll the edges in crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch for an added touch.
- Churro Bites: Instead of making long churros, pipe small bite-sized portions of the batter into the hot oil. Fry them until golden brown, then toss them in the cinnamon-sugar-Cinnamon Toast Crunch mixture. These bite-sized treats are perfect for snacking or serving at parties.
- Chocolate-Coated Churros: Dip the fried churros in melted chocolate. Use dark, milk, or white chocolate, and consider adding a sprinkle of crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch on top of the chocolate coating for an extra pop of flavor and texture.
Storing & Freezing
Storing: Once the churros have cooled completely, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Freezing: Allow the churros to cool completely to room temperature. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze the churros until they are firm, which typically takes about 1-2 hours. Once frozen, transfer the churros to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 1 month.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can use salted butter if that's what you have on hand.
Yes, you can use other oils suitable for frying, such as canola oil.
It's not recommended to freeze the churro dough or unbaked churros, as the texture may be affected once thawed or reheated. It's best to fry or bake the churros and then freeze any leftovers.
Yes, you can reheat leftover churros in a preheated oven at 350 °F for about 5-7 minutes until warmed through. However, they may not be as crispy as when freshly made.
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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Churros
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal crushed
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt over medium heat. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and add flour all at once. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, stirring until each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The mixture should be smooth and glossy.
- Mix together crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch, sugar, and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 375°F.
- Spoon churro batter into a piping bag fitted with a tip.
- Pipe 4-5 inch long strips of batter into the hot oil, cutting each one off with scissors or a knife.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- While still warm, roll churros in the Cinnamon Toast Crunch mixture until coated. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- When crushing the Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, aim for a fine consistency with a few slightly larger pieces. This will give your churros a balanced crunch and help the coating adhere well.
- Use a kitchen thermometer to be sure the oil reaches 375°F.
- Avoid overcrowding the pot or fryer. Fry the churros in small batches to allow them enough space to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
- The suggested frying time of 2-3 minutes is a general guideline, but keep a close eye on your churros as they cook.
- Once the churros are done frying, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Dab them gently with another paper towel to remove any remaining oil.
- For the perfect coating, roll the churros in the cinnamon-sugar-Cinnamon Toast Crunch mixture while they are still warm. This allows the sugar to stick to the surface.
- Storing: Once the churros have cooled completely, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Freezing: Allow the churros to cool completely to room temperature. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze the churros until they are firm, which typically takes about 1-2 hours. Once frozen, transfer the churros to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
Enjoy!
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