Homemade Churros

Name: Homemade Churros
Ingredients: 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 large egg, room temperature; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest; Additional oil for frying; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

10 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Additional oil for frying
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1

In a large saucepan, bring the water, milk, oil and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Transfer to a large bowl; let stand for 5 minutes.
2

Beat on medium-high speed for 1 minute or until the dough softens. Add egg and lemon zest; beat for 1-2 minutes. Set aside to cool.
3

In a deep cast-iron or heavy skillet, heat 1 in. oil to 375°. Insert a large star tip in a pastry bag; fill with dough. On a
4

, pipe dough into 4-in. strips.
5

Transfer strips to skillet and fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Combine the sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over fritters. Serve warm.