Churros

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the dough: bring 1 cup of water, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons sugar, ½ teaspoon salt to a boil in a saucepan. Off heat, dump in 1 cup flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until a smooth ball forms. Cool 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Beat in 1 large egg until the dough is smooth and glossy. The dough should hold its shape but be pipeable.

3. 3

   Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (the star tip is essential — gives the ridges that create the crispy texture).

4. 4

   Heat 3 inches of oil to 360°F. Pipe 5-inch lengths of dough directly into the hot oil, cutting with scissors. Fry 4-5 at a time (don't crowd) for 2-3 minutes, turning, until deep golden brown.

5. 5

   Drain on a wire rack briefly, then toss in cinnamon sugar (½ cup sugar + 1 tablespoon cinnamon) while still hot.

6. 6

   Make the chocolate dipping sauce: melt 4 oz dark chocolate with ½ cup heavy cream and 1 tablespoon sugar. Whisk until smooth. Serve churros immediately with the warm chocolate sauce for dipping.