Churros recipe

4 servings

1 cup water

2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 quarts oil for frying

1/2 cup white sugar, or to taste

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, salt and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.

Bring to a boil and remove from heat.

Stir in flour until mixture forms a ball.

Heat oil for frying in deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Pipe strips of dough into hot oil using a pastry bag.

Fry until golden; drain on paper towels.

Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon.

Roll drained churros in cinnamon and sugar mixture.