Mint Chocolate Churros
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These mint chocolate churros are my absolute favorite treat to whip up when I'm craving something indulgent but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes from start to finish, which makes them perfect for unexpected guests or a spontaneous dessert. What I love most is how simple they are to make with ingredients you probably already have at home. The dark chocolate chips aren't just delicious, they're packed with antioxidants that make you feel a tiny bit better about indulging. That refreshing mint extract keeps things feeling bright and special, and honestly, these crispy, golden churros taste like you spent way more effort than you actually did.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gall-purpose flour
- 10 gbaking powder
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 5 gsalt
- 120 mlunsalted butter, melted
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 5 mlmint extract
- 200 gdark chocolate chips
- 250 mlvegetable oil
- 20 gcaster sugar
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 180°C.
Tip: Use a thermometer for accurate temperature.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for even distribution.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, mint extract, and vegetable oil.
Tip: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth dough forms.
- 4
Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Tip: If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- 5
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Tip: This will allow the gluten to relax.
- 6
Heat the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Add a few drops of peppermint extract to the melted chocolate for an extra minty flavor.
- 7
Pipe the dough through a star tip into long strips.
Tip: Cut the strips into 5-7 inch lengths for the perfect churro size.
- 8
Fry the churros in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Tip: Drain the churros on paper towels and dust with caster sugar.
- 9
Dip the fried churros in the melted chocolate and sprinkle with caster sugar.
Tip: Refrigerate the churros for at least 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
- 10
Serve the mint chocolate churros chilled and enjoy!
Tip: These churros are best enjoyed within 24 hours of making.
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