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Crispy Angel Cake Churro Bites Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 0h 15m
  • Cook Time: 0h 15m
  • Total Time: 0h 30m
  • Yield: Approximately 30-35 churro bites
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crispy Angel Cake Churro Bites are a delightful twist on classic churros, made by frying angel food cake batter into bite-sized pieces. These golden, crispy treats are coated in cinnamon sugar and dusted with powdered sugar, offering a light, fluffy interior with a crunchy exterior. Perfect for a fun dessert or party snack, they can be served with chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping.


Ingredients

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Angel Food Cake Batter

  • 1 box of angel food cake mix (with required ingredients as per the box)
  • 1/2 cup of water

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

For Frying and Serving

  • Vegetable oil (for frying, enough to submerge bites)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Optional: chocolate or caramel sauce (for dipping)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: Begin by preparing the angel food cake batter according to the instructions on the box. This typically involves combining the cake mix with water and mixing until smooth and lump-free.
  2. Heat Oil: Preheat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Ensure there is enough oil to fully submerge the churro bites for even frying.
  3. Make Cinnamon Sugar: While the oil heats, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together in a shallow bowl and set aside for coating later.
  4. Pipe Batter: Pour the cake batter into a piping bag or a sturdy ziplock bag with the corner snipped off to facilitate piping small portions into the hot oil.
  5. Fry Churro Bites: Carefully pipe small bite-sized pieces of batter directly into the hot oil, using scissors or a knife to cut the batter as you pipe. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can lower oil temperature.
  6. Cook Until Golden: Fry the bites for about 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain excess oil on paper towels.
  7. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While still warm, toss the churro bites in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated for a sweet and spicy flavor.
  8. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once all bites are fried and coated, dust them lightly with powdered sugar for an elegant finish and added sweetness.
  9. Serve: Serve the churro bites immediately while warm, optionally with chocolate or caramel sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Make sure the oil temperature is maintained at 350°F for even frying and to prevent the bites from soaking up too much oil.
  • Frying in small batches helps keep the oil hot and ensures the churro bites cook evenly and develop a crisp exterior.
  • You can prepare the cinnamon sugar mixture ahead of time and store it in an airtight container.
  • These bites are best eaten fresh to enjoy their crispy texture.
  • For a dairy-free version, ensure the angel food cake mix and sauces used are free from dairy ingredients.