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Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites

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These Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites are a lighter twist on a beloved classic. Made without deep frying and crafted from simple pantry ingredients, they offer all the crisp, cinnamon-sugar joy of traditional churros—just in bite-sized, wholesome form. Perfect for snacking, sharing, or satisfying a sweet tooth any time of day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
  • ½ cup warm milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Cooking spray for air fryer

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Create a well in the center. Add the olive oil, warm milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until a soft dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead gently for 2–3 minutes until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to relax.
  5. Roll the dough into a ¼-inch thick rectangle. Cut into small, equal-sized squares or rectangles.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes. Spray the basket with cooking spray.
  7. Place churro bites in a single layer in the basket, not touching. Lightly spray the tops.
  8. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
  9. While warm, toss the bites in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
  10. Serve warm as-is or with a dip such as Greek yogurt or dark chocolate.

Notes

Dough can be made ahead and stored chilled for 1 day.

Bites can be frozen raw and air fried directly from frozen—just extend cooking time slightly.

Cinnamon sugar coating adheres best while bites are hot.

Use any milk alternative if needed.

This recipe is easily doubled for sharing.

Find it online: https://quickrecipetricks.com/healthy-air-fryer-churro-bites/