How to Make Spanish Churros con Caramelo: Fried Dough with Caramel Sauce

How to Make Spanish Churros con Caramelo: A Step-by-Step Guide

• What Are Churros?
• Ingredients for Spanish Churros
• Making the Churros Dough
• Frying the Churros to Perfection
• Making the Caramel Sauce
• Serving Churros con Caramelo

Churros are a beloved Spanish treat, often enjoyed as a breakfast snack or dessert. These golden, crispy fried dough sticks are traditionally sprinkled with sugar and served with a hot cup of chocolate for dipping. However, churros con caramelo takes it a step further by pairing these delicious fried dough sticks with a smooth, rich caramel sauce. The combination of crispy churros and silky caramel creates a perfect contrast of textures and flavors, making it an irresistible dessert or snack for any occasion.

To make churros con caramelo, you’ll need a few basic ingredients. Here’s what you need for the churros and the caramel sauce:

• For the Churros: water, flour, sugar, salt, butter, eggs, vegetable oil (for frying), cinnamon sugar (optional for coating)
• For the Caramel Sauce: sugar, butter, heavy cream, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt

The dough for churros is a simple choux pastry, which doesn’t require yeast. Start by heating water, butter, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts. Once it begins to boil, add the flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon. Keep stirring until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Allow the dough to cool for a few minutes before adding eggs one at a time. Mix each egg thoroughly until the dough is smooth and glossy. The result should be a thick, pipeable dough ready to be fried.

Now comes the fun part—frying the churros! Heat a deep pot with vegetable oil to about 350°F (175°C). Once the oil is hot, spoon the churro dough into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Carefully pipe the dough directly into the hot oil, cutting it into 3–4 inch lengths with a pair of scissors. Fry the churros in batches, ensuring they don’t overcrowd the pot. Fry each batch for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the churros from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate. For extra sweetness, roll them in cinnamon sugar while they’re still warm.

For the caramel sauce, combine the sugar and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes, but be careful not to let it burn. Gradually add the heavy cream and stir until smooth and thickened. Finish off the sauce with a splash of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness. The result should be a rich, velvety caramel sauce perfect for dipping your churros.

To serve your churros con caramelo, arrange the fried churros on a plate and drizzle the warm caramel sauce over them. For an extra touch, you can also serve the sauce on the side for dipping. This Spanish treat is perfect for sharing with friends and family or indulging in on your own. The combination of the crunchy churros and the creamy, sweet caramel sauce is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Conclusion: A Delicious Spanish Dessert

Making Spanish churros con caramelo is easier than you might think, and the results are absolutely delicious. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a sweet treat, these churros with caramel sauce are a fantastic option. With the simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create an authentic Spanish dessert that will impress your guests and delight your taste buds. If you're looking for the best ingredients or more inspiration for Spanish cuisine, be sure to check out Rubi Spanish Table for a wide variety of products and tips to enhance your cooking experience.