Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites
Delicious and healthier churro bites made in an air fryer, capturing the joy of traditional churros without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Whisk together the whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix together the applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until a cohesive dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Spray the dough balls lightly with cooking spray.
- Place the balls in the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Roll the warm bites in coconut sugar and cinnamon if desired.
Notes
Enjoy fresh with dips like dark chocolate sauce or yogurt. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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