Spanish Brunch Delight: Churro Stack with Spiced Hot Chocolate

Allergens

Gluten, Dairy

Ingredients

• 1. 2 cups all
• purpose flour 2. 1/4 cup sugar 3. 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 4. 1/2 teaspoon salt 5. 2 cups water 6. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed 7. 4 large eggs 8. Vegetable oil for frying 9. Powdered sugar for dusting 10. Spiced Hot Chocolate Ingredients: 11. 2 cups whole milk 12. 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 13. 1/4 cup granulated sugar 14. 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 15. 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 16. 1/4 teaspoon ground anise 17. Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and add the flour mixture all at once. Stir until combined and smooth.
3. Return saucepan to low heat and cook for 1 2 minutes or until a thin film forms on the bottom of the pan.
4. Transfer dough to a large bowl and let cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. In another saucepan, combine milk, cocoa powder, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, anise, and salt. Heat until hot but not boiling.
6. Transfer hot chocolate to individual cups or mugs.
7. In a deep frying pan or Dutch oven, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fit with a candy/deep fry thermometer.
8. Pipe or cut churro dough into long strips and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, turning occasionally for even browning. Remove and drain on paper towels.
9. While still warm, toss fried churros in a mixture of 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon, then arrange on a plate.
10. Assemble Churro Stack by placing several churros on top of each serving plate, creating a tiered effect.
11. Serve with warm Spiced Hot Chocolate in cups alongside the stack.

Chef’s Insight

Use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to pipe the churro dough into the oil for a more authentic shape.

Notes

This recipe requires deep-frying and caution should be taken when handling hot oil.