Description
Crispy Angel Cake Churro Bites are a fun and sweet twist on the classic churro, made using angel food cake for a light and airy texture with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect as a snack or dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought angel food cake (or homemade)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Cut the angel food cake into 1 to 2-inch bite-sized cubes.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the cake cubes in batches for 1–2 minutes, turning to ensure all sides are golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Remove the bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels briefly.
- Immediately toss the hot bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use day-old angel food cake for best texture and ease of cutting.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying to ensure even crispiness.
- Best served fresh and warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 6-8 bites)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
