Mexican Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped

Method

1. 01
   In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Bring to a boil then remove from heat.
2. 02
   Stir in sifted flour until the mixture forms a ball.
3. 03
   Heat oil for frying in a deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375°F (190°C).
4. 04
   Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil using a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Fry until golden; drain on paper towels.
5. 05
   Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll drained churros in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
6. 06
   For the chocolate sauce, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Remove from heat and add chopped dark chocolate. Stir until smooth.
7. 07
   Serve churros warm with chocolate dipping sauce on the side.