Churros with Chocolate Sauce

There are desserts that you crave… and then there are Mexican churros. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and rolled in warm cinnamon sugar — these golden sticks of happiness are irresistible any time of day.

Add a rich chocolate dipping sauce, and you’ve got a dessert that’s as fun to eat as it is to make. Whether you're making them for a weekend treat, Cinco de Mayo party, or just because you need something extra special — this is the recipe that delivers street cart flavor with kitchen-friendly ease.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Golden and crispy outside with a soft, airy center

• Classic cinnamon-sugar coating — just like from the fair

• Velvety chocolate sauce for that café-style dip

• No mixer or fancy tools required

• Perfect for sharing at parties, holidays, or weekend brunch

When to Make These Churros:

• Birthday parties

• Holiday dessert tables

• Brunch boards

• Taco Tuesday treat

• Any day that ends in “y”

Storage & Meal Prep:

• Churros are best fresh, but if you do have leftovers:

  • Storage: Keep uncovered at room temp for 1 day

  • Reheat: Pop them in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes to re-crisp

  • Chocolate sauce: Store in the fridge and reheat gently in the microwave or stovetop

Final Thoughts:

There’s something nostalgic and magical about a warm churro — the crunchy bite, the sugar sticking to your fingers, the indulgent dip into melted chocolate. This Mexican Churros with Chocolate Sauce recipe brings that joy home, no cart required.

Make them once and they’ll become a staple for celebrations — or your personal Friday night ritual. Because honestly, why not?

Yield: 4-6 servings

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Mexican Churros with Chocolate Sauce

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 35 Min

There are desserts that you crave… and then there are Mexican churros. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and rolled in warm cinnamon sugar — these golden sticks of happiness areirresistible any time of day.

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Ingredients

For the Churros Dough

• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Oil, for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the Cinnamon Sugar

• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Chocolate Dipping Sauce

• ½ cup heavy cream
• 100g (about 3.5 oz) dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 tbsp butter (optional, for shine)
• Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Once it starts bubbling, remove from heat and quickly stir in the flour all at once.
2. Return the pot to low heat and stir vigorously for 1–2 minutes, until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the vanilla, then add the egg. Mix until smooth and glossy (this takes a bit of elbow grease — or use a hand mixer!).
4. In a shallow bowl or plate, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
5. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip (like 1M or 2D). Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
6. Pipe 5–6-inch strips of dough directly into the oil, cutting the ends with scissors. Fry 2–3 at a time until golden brown, turning once, about 2–3 minutes per side.
7. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, then immediately roll in cinnamon sugar while still warm.
8. In a small saucepan, heat the cream until steaming (not boiling). Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate until melted. Add butter and a pinch of salt. Stir until silky smooth.
9. Serve warm churros with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side — and don’t expect leftovers.

Notes

Let the dough cool slightly before adding the egg to avoid scrambling

No piping bag? Use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped (but a star tip gives that classic ridged texture)

Make ahead: Pipe the churros onto a tray and freeze before frying. Cook from frozen as needed!

Keep warm: If making a big batch, keep finished churros warm in a 200°F oven while frying the rest

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.