Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites
These Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites are a guilt-free twist on the classic fair treat! Made with light dough, minimal oil, and air-fried to golden perfection, they’re crisp on the outside, fluffy inside, and coated in cinnamon sugar. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, these churros satisfy sweet cravings without deep frying. Serve them with chocolate or caramel sauce for extra indulgence!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into bite-sized pieces.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the churro bites in the basket, making sure not to overcrowd.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Serve warm, optionally dusted with cinnamon sugar.