Churros with Chocolate Sauce (Nut-Free)

Instructions

1. 1In a medium saucepan, combine the 1 cup of Water, 2 tablespoons of Butter, and 1/4 teaspoon of Salt. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
2. 2Remove the saucepan from the heat. Immediately add the 1 cup of All-purpose flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball of dough that pulls away from the sides of the pan. Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes.
3. 3Add the 2 large Eggs to the slightly cooled dough, one at a time. Beat well after each addition until each egg is fully incorporated and the dough is smooth and glossy. This may take a minute or two of vigorous mixing.
4. 4Pour the 3 cups of Vegetable oil into a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 175°C. Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
5. 5Transfer the prepared dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Carefully pipe strips of dough, about 10.16 cm long, directly into the hot oil. Use kitchen scissors to cut the dough as it pipes, dropping the strips into the oil.
6. 6Fry the churros in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot, for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are a deep golden brown and crispy all over. Use a slotted spoon to turn them as they cook.
7. 7Carefully remove the fried churros from the hot oil using a slotted spoon. Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. While the churros are still warm, combine the 1/2 cup of Sugar and 1 teaspoon of Cinnamon in a shallow bowl and toss the churros to coat them evenly.
8. 8While the churros are frying or coating, prepare the chocolate sauce. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the 1/2 cup of Semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup of Milk. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy.
9. 9Serve the warm, sugar-coated churros immediately with the warm chocolate sauce on the side for dipping.

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