Description
Delicious pumpkin churros served with a rich caramel dipping sauce, perfect for fall festivities.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 cup caramel sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water and butter; bring to a boil.
- Stir in flour, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until a dough forms.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Pipe 4-6 inch strips into hot oil, cutting with scissors.
- Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels, then roll in sugar.
- Serve warm with caramel sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent soggy churros.
- Can substitute pumpkin puree with sweet potato puree if desired.
- Store leftover churros in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 churro
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Churros, Caramel Dipping Sauce, Fall Desserts, Pumpkin Recipes