Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites
Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites are a guilt-free twist on the classic fair treat, featuring a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior coated with cinnamon and sugar. These delicious bites are made in an air fryer, significantly reducing calories while delivering that irresistible crunch. Perfect for snacking or dessert, they provide all the joy of traditional churros without compromising your health goals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg white
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk applesauce, egg white, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a pliable dough.
- Shape dough into tablespoon-sized balls.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll dough balls in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
- Place in air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 8 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 churro bite (20g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Do not overmix the dough; it should be slightly sticky for best results. - Experiment with different flavors by adding cocoa powder or other spices. - Serve with chocolate or caramel sauce for dipping.