Description
These Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in a touch of cinnamon sugar. Made with wholesome ingredients and cooked in the air fryer, they’re a guilt-free treat the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 tbsp cinnamon sugar or 1 tsp cinnamon + 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix applesauce, milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Roll small portions of dough into bite-sized balls.
- Place dough balls in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- While warm, roll the churro bites in cinnamon sugar or drizzle lightly with maple syrup and sprinkle cinnamon.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cocoa powder to the dough. These can also be made ahead and reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Category: Snack / Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American / Healthy Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Keywords: air fryer churros, healthy churro bites, easy dessert, cinnamon sugar bites
