Description
Mini Pumpkin Churros are a delightful autumn treat that combines the comforting flavors of pumpkin and warm spices. These bite-sized snacks are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, dusted in cinnamon sugar, and perfect for any fall gathering or cozy evening at home. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for coating)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup melted butter, salt, and sugar until boiling. Remove from heat, stir in flour until fully combined.
- Add pumpkin: Mix in pumpkin puree and eggs until smooth and glossy.
- Heat oil: In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Shape churros: Pipe dough into hot oil in 4-5 inch strips. Fry until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Drain on paper towels and roll in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 churros (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg