Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of warm, crispy churros and cool, creamy ice cream with this Cinnamon Churro Ice Cream Sandwich. This innovative dessert combines two beloved treats to create a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour – The foundation for the churro dough, providing structure and texture.
1 cup water – Crucial for binding the dough and ensuring the right consistency.
2 tablespoons sugar – Adding sweetness to both the churro dough and the cinnamon-sugar coating.
1/4 teaspoon salt – Enhancing the overall flavor profile and balancing the sweetness.
2 tablespoons butter – Providing richness and a delightful mouthfeel to the churro dough.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Infusing the churros with a fragrant and comforting vanilla aroma.
Oil for frying – Ensuring the churros achieve that signature golden-brown, crispy exterior.
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon – The star ingredient that gives the churros their iconic flavor and aroma.
Vanilla ice cream – The cool, creamy component that balances the warmth of the churros.
1/2 cup sugar – For the cinnamon-sugar coating.

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Instructions

In a saucepan, bring water, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and butter to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour until a cohesive dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a large star-shaped nozzle. Pipe 3-inch circles onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F. Fry the churros for about 2 minutes per side until golden-brown.
Transfer churros to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll warm churros in this mixture until evenly coated.
Allow churros to cool completely before assembling.
To assemble, place a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream between two churros and press gently.
Place assembled sandwiches in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

Notes

For best texture, churros should be served fresh. You can prepare the dough ahead of time and fry just before serving. Feel free to customize with different ice cream flavors or toppings like chocolate sauce or chopped nuts.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg