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Chocolate-Filled Churros

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Chocolate-Filled Churros are golden, crispy pastries coated in cinnamon sugar and stuffed with rich, melty chocolate. They’re a decadent twist on the classic Spanish treat, perfect for parties, holidays, or indulgent snacking.

Ingredients

  1. 1 cup water
  2. 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  3. 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  4. 1/4 tsp salt
  5. 1 cup all-purpose flour
  6. 2 large eggs
  7. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  8. Vegetable oil, for frying
  9. 1/2 cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
  10. 1 cup chocolate ganache or chocolate hazelnut spread (for filling)

Instructions

In a saucepan, combine water, butter, 2 tbsp sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.

  1. Stir in flour until dough forms. Let cool slightly.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, beating until smooth and glossy. Stir in vanilla.
  3. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Pipe 4–6 inch lengths into oil, cutting with scissors. Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  5. Drain on paper towels. Roll warm churros in cinnamon sugar mixture.
  6. Use a skewer to poke a hole through each churro. Fill with chocolate ganache or spread using a piping bag.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

  1. For a spicy kick, add cayenne or chili powder to cinnamon sugar.
  2. Swap chocolate with dulce de leche or caramel for variation.
  3. Bake instead of fry at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, though texture will be less crispy.
  4. Best served fresh—avoid storing filled churros too long.
  5. Keep warm in a 200°F oven until serving.

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