Luxurious Churros with Velvety Chocolate Sauce
Indulge in the delightful experience of Luxurious Churros with Velvety Chocolate Sauce, a traditional Spanish treat that has captured hearts worldwide. These churros are perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining soft and fluffy on the inside. Dipped in an intense, rich chocolate sauce, this dessert is perfect for sharing during special gatherings or enjoying as a sweet indulgence with family and friends. Drawing inspiration from authentic Spanish recipes, this version by renowned chef Penelope Casas brings a classic comfort food to your kitchen. Enjoy the warm churros coated with sugar alongside the irresistible chocolate, creating a heavenly pairing that will leave you wanting more.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1/2 cup (For chocolate sauce)
sugar
1/4 cup (For chocolate sauce)
semisweet chocolate morsels
1 cup (For chocolate sauce)
bittersweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup (For chocolate sauce)
cocoa powder
1 tablespoon (For chocolate sauce)
whole milk
1/4 cup (For chocolate sauce)
water
1 cup (For churro dough)
mild olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons (For churro dough)
kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon (For churro dough)
unbleached flour
1 cup (For churro dough)
mild olive oil
as needed (For frying)
granulated sugar
as needed (For dusting)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Chocolate Dipping Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine 1/2 cup water and 1/4 cup sugar, bringing it to a boil.
2
Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and stir in 1 cup semisweet chocolate morsels, 1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, and 1/4 cup whole milk. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens and is smooth, about 5 minutes. Set aside to keep warm.
3
Make the Churro Dough: In a separate saucepan, bring 1 cup of water, 1 1/2 teaspoons mild olive oil, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt to a boil over medium-high heat.
4
Add 1 cup unbleached flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until a cohesive dough forms. Cook the dough for an additional 2 minutes over low heat, stirring to flatten and turn it.
5
Remove from heat and let the dough cool slightly before transferring it to a pastry bag fitted with a 3/8 inch star tip.
6
Fry the Churros: In a deep skillet or fryer, heat mild olive oil to a depth of at least 1 inch over high heat until a small piece of bread quickly browns in it.
7
Squeeze 5-inch lengths of the churro dough into the hot oil, leaving space for them to expand. Reduce heat to medium-high and fry for about 20 seconds until they puff and just start to turn golden. Be cautious; do not overcook.
8
Once cooked, drain the churros on paper towels. If desired, keep them warm in a preheated oven at 200°F until ready to serve.
9
Final Touch: Dredge the warm churros in granulated sugar and place four on each dessert plate.
10
To Serve: Gently reheat the chocolate sauce over very low heat, then divide it into six small cups and place off-center on each plate with churros. Enjoy your luxurious churros by dipping them into the velvety chocolate sauce!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Luxurious Churros with Velvety Chocolate Sauce?
They are a traditional Spanish treat featuring a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, served with a rich, intense chocolate dipping sauce.
Who inspired this specific churro recipe?
This version of the classic comfort food is brought to you by the renowned chef Penelope Casas.
What ingredients are needed for the chocolate dipping sauce?
The sauce requires water, sugar, semisweet chocolate morsels, bittersweet chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and whole milk.
How do I start preparing the chocolate sauce?
Begin by combining 1/2 cup water and 1/4 cup sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and bringing it to a boil.
What types of chocolate are used in the velvety sauce?
The recipe uses a combination of 1 cup semisweet chocolate morsels and 1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips.
How long should the chocolate sauce be cooked?
Once the chocolate and milk are added, stir constantly over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
What are the primary ingredients for the churro dough?
The dough consists of 1 cup water, 1 1/2 teaspoons mild olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 cup unbleached flour.
How is the churro dough formed?
Bring the water, oil, and salt to a boil, then add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until a cohesive dough forms.
Why is the dough cooked for an extra 2 minutes over low heat?
This additional cooking time while stirring helps to flatten and turn the dough, ensuring the proper texture before frying.
What size pastry tip is recommended for churros?
A pastry bag fitted with a 3/8 inch star tip is used to create the traditional ridged shape of the churros.
What kind of oil should be used for frying churros?
Mild olive oil is recommended for frying to maintain the authentic Spanish flavor profile.
How deep should the frying oil be?
You should fill a deep skillet or fryer with mild olive oil to a depth of at least 1 inch.
How do I test if the oil is ready for frying?
The oil is ready when a small piece of bread dropped into it browns quickly.
What length should the churros be when piped into the oil?
Squeeze the dough into the hot oil in approximately 5-inch lengths.
How long do churros need to fry?
They only need to fry for about 20 seconds until they puff up and just start to turn golden.
Should the heat be adjusted during frying?
Yes, after adding the dough to the high-heat oil, reduce the heat to medium-high for the actual frying process.
What is the best way to drain excess oil from churros?
Place the cooked churros on paper towels immediately after removing them from the oil to drain.
How can I keep churros warm if I am not serving them immediately?
You can keep them in a preheated oven at 200°F until you are ready to serve.
What is the final coating for the churros?
The warm churros should be dredged in granulated sugar before being placed on dessert plates.
How many churros are served per person in this recipe?
The recipe suggests serving four churros on each dessert plate.
How should the chocolate sauce be served on the plate?
Divide the reheated sauce into six small cups and place them off-center on the plates next to the churros.
Can the chocolate sauce be reheated?
Yes, gently reheat the chocolate sauce over very low heat just before serving to ensure it is warm and fluid.
Is whole milk required for the sauce?
Yes, 1/4 cup of whole milk is used to give the chocolate sauce its velvety consistency.
Is salt used in the churro dough?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt is added to the water and oil mixture for the dough.
Should I use a specific type of flour?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of unbleached flour to achieve the best results for the dough.
Why should I avoid overcooking the churros?
Overcooking can make them too hard; they should only be fried until they just start to turn golden to keep the inside soft.
Is cocoa powder used in the recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder is added to the chocolate dipping sauce for added depth of flavor.
What texture should the finished churros have?
They should be perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining soft and fluffy on the inside.
Is this a good recipe for entertaining?
Absolutely, it is described as a perfect sweet indulgence for sharing during special gatherings with family and friends.
Do I need to leave space between churros while frying?
Yes, you should leave space for the churros to expand as they fry in the hot oil.