Spanish Brunch Sweet: Vegan Churros Con Chocolate

Spanish Brunch Sweet: Vegan Churros Con Chocolate

Discover a delectable vegan churro recipe perfect for your next Spanish-inspired brunch. Enjoy these golden treats with a luscious chocolate sauce and relish the fusion of flavors that transport you straight to Spain.

Time: Prep 30 mins | Cook 15 mins | Total 45 mins
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Spanish, Vegan

Allergens

Gluten, Soy (in chocolate sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups all
  • purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Oil, for frying
  • Sugar, for dusting
  • Chocolate sauce, for drizzling Chocolate Sauce:
  • 1 cup vegan chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat water and vegan butter until melted. Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and flour. Mix well to form a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oil in a deep frying pan, approximately 1 inch deep. Carefully pipe the churro dough into the hot oil using a piping bag with a star tip. Fry until golden brown, turning as needed to ensure even cooking. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. For the chocolate sauce, heat almond milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Once warmed, add chocolate chips and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth.
  4. Dust churros with sugar and drizzle with chocolate sauce. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different spices to adjust the flavor profile of the churro dough if desired.

Notes

Ensure using refined sugar for a vegan-friendly recipe. Some brands may use bone char in the processing, which is not suitable for vegans.

Cultural or Historical Background

Churros are a popular Spanish pastry, typically enjoyed at breakfast or as a mid-morning snack. They have been adapted around the world and are commonly found in Latin American and European countries.