Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and unapologetically drenched in coffee caramel, these churros redefine indulgence. Forget basic cinnamon sugar—this recipe takes things up a notch with a deep espresso kick and a velvety caramel drizzle. Perfect for dunking, devouring, or pretending you’ll only eat one. The contrast of bold coffee, rich caramel, and fried dough is dangerously addictive. Serve these as a dessert, snack, or an excuse to consume coffee in yet another form. Be warned: once you make these, plain churros will feel like a personal disappointment. Let’s fry up some caffeinated perfection.
Coffee Caramel Churros
Golden, crispy churros infused with espresso and coated in a rich caramel drizzle. Perfectly fried, utterly addictive, and unapologetically decadent.
Ingredients
For the Churros:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Coffee Caramel Drizzle:
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup brewed espresso
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Make the Churro Dough:
- Heat water, butter, sugar, and salt in a saucepan until it simmers.
- Add flour and espresso powder, stirring vigorously until a smooth dough forms.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Mix in egg and vanilla, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip.
Fry the Churros:
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pot.
- Pipe churro dough into the hot oil, cutting pieces to desired length.
- Fry until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Make the Coffee Caramel Drizzle:
- Melt sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown.
- Slowly whisk in heavy cream and brewed espresso.
- Stir in butter and salt until smooth.
- Drizzle over warm churros and serve immediately
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 4%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Dust churros with cinnamon sugar before drizzling caramel for extra texture.
- Serve with a side of whipped cream or melted chocolate.
- Brew strong espresso for a deeper coffee flavor.
- Eat immediately—churros wait for no one.
