Green Tea and Cinnamon Churros

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 18

Green Tea and Cinnamon Churros - A Sweet and Spicy Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

185

Sugar

19g

Fat

Churros are a traditional Spanish dessert that has become popular around the world. These long, delicious pastries are typically served with a sprinkle of sugar and cinnamon or dipped in chocolate sauce. In this version of churros, green tea is added to the batter to give it a unique twist, resulting in a sweet and spicy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. You can even make it a fun activity by involving your family or friends in the process of piping and frying the churros.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, salt, and vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2.	Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally and remove from heat.
3.	Add in the cup of flour and whisk until the mixture is smooth and has no lumps.
4.	Heat oil in a frying pan.
5.	Fill pastry bag with dough and pipe long strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting off each strip with scissors.
6.	Fry the churros until golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side.
7.	Drain churros on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
8.	Mix together sugar and cinnamon or green tea powder.
9.	Toss churros in the mixture until evenly coated.

PROS

Churros are easy to make and can be made in just a few ingredients.

They are a great crowd-pleaser and can be enjoyed both hot and cold.

Green tea is packed with antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory properties.

Cinnamon has many health benefits, including its ability to lower blood sugar.

CONS

Churros are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Churros themselves do not have any significant health benefits.
However, green tea and cinnamon, two of the main ingredients in this recipe, have many potential benefits.
Green tea is known for its antioxidants and its potential to reduce inflammation and lower the risk of some chronic diseases.
Cinnamon is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, as well as its ability to lower blood sugar and improve heart health.

	1 cup water
	2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	1 cup all-purpose flour
	oil , for deep fry
	1/2 cup white sugar
	1 teaspoon grounded cinnamon or 1 teaspoon green tea powder