Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites

Introduction

Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites deliver all the cinnamon sugar delight of traditional churros—with a fraction of the fat and calories. By swapping deep-frying for air frying, you get a golden, crisp snack that’s irresistibly good and surprisingly easy to make.

These sweet morsels are perfect for parties, family desserts, or whenever you’re craving a comforting treat that doesn’t derail your healthy habits.

Why Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites Are a Game-Changer

Forget the mess and calories of deep-fried desserts. Air fryer churro bites are quick, simple, and much lighter, yet still boast a perfectly crisp exterior and soft, tender inside. The classic cinnamon-sugar shell satisfies those nostalgic cravings, while the air fryer preserves their signature texture—making them a crowd favorite at any gathering.

Tips for the Perfect Light Churro Dough

Start with a choux pastry—a simple mix of flour, water, butter, and eggs. This dough is light and fluffy, providing the perfect base for crisp bites. Using a food scale guarantees a perfect dough consistency, ensuring each bite has that signature churro fluff.

For streamlined prep, measure your flour and butter using the Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display, Black and Stainless Steel. It’s a small step that leads to big results in texture and taste.

How to Air Fry Churro Bites

Shaping your churro bites can be mess-free and precise by piping dollops of dough onto parchment. Using Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll helps keep your air fryer basket clean and prevents sticking.

Set your air fryer for optimum heat and crisping. The COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey ensures even circulation of hot air, resulting in thoroughly cooked and beautifully crisp churro bites every time.

Finishing Touches: Cinnamon Sugar Coating & Serving Suggestions

While the bites are still warm, toss them in your cinnamon-sugar mixture for that authentic churro finish. For a perfectly even coat, shake them in a reusable storage container like the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup)—mess-free, and the extra batches keep well, too.

Serve your churro bites with a rich chocolate dip or warm caramel sauce. If you’re entertaining, a stylish beverage in an insulated tumbler like the Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, 30 oz, Rose Quartz adds a fun, festive touch.

Nutritional Information & Serving Size

This recipe yields about 24 bite-sized churro morsels—each one typically contains 40–55 calories (depending on the coating), less than half of their deep-fried counterparts. These are an ideal lighter treat for anyone seeking mindful indulgence.

Ingredients
1 cup water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon coconut sugar (or granulated sugar)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
Olive oil spray or avocado oil spray

For cinnamon sugar coating:
1/4 cup coconut sugar (or granulated sugar)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey to 370°F. Line the basket with a cut sheet from the Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy clean-up.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, 1 tablespoon sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil.
3. Turn off the heat. Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides.
4. Allow dough to cool for 5 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
5. Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 1-inch dollops onto the prepared parchment in your air fryer basket, leaving a bit of space between each.
6. Lightly mist churro bites with YARRAMATE 16oz/470ml Oil Sprayer for Cooking, Black for a crisp finish without excess oil.
7. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until puffed and golden brown.
8. In a shallow bowl, mix 1/4 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. While churro bites are still warm, toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Use the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for effortless even coating.
9. Serve warm. Enjoy with dip of choice or on their own!

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 32 minutes

Healthy Air Fryer Churro Bites: Recap

Skip the oil but keep all the fun—these healthy air fryer churro bites are crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and brimming with cinnamon-sugar flavor. Perfect for sharing, snacking, and satisfying sweet cravings the lighter way.