Sweet Churro Donut Bites (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Donut Bites

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 cup milk
07 - 1 egg
08 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Cooking spray or oil

→ Cinnamon-Sugar Coating

11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
13 - 2 tablespoons melted butter

# Instructions:

01 - In a bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
02 - In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
03 - Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients until a thick batter forms.
04 - Use a small scoop or spoon to form 1-inch balls of batter.
05 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray or oil.
06 - Place the donut bites into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded, and air fry for 7–9 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked.
07 - While warm, brush each donut bite with melted butter.
08 - Immediately toss the buttered donut bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to evenly coat.
09 - Serve warm with optional chocolate or caramel dipping sauce.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, work in batches when air frying the donut bites.