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Homemade churro chips dusted with cinnamon sugar

Churro Chips Recipe: The Easiest, Crispiest Sweet Snack You’ll Love


  • Author: Maya
  • Total Time: 5 minutes

Description

You won’t believe how fast these come together—just 5 minutes and you’ll have a batch ready to serve up to 8 people. These crispy, golden chips are fried to perfection and generously coated in cinnamon sugar for a totally addictive sweet snack. Want a lighter option? Check the Notes section for baked churro chip instructions!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 Pita bread pockets or tortillas or another thin flatbread of your choice
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup granulated white sugar, more to your liking
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon, more to your liking

Instructions

1. Split the pita into single layers:
Lay each pita flat on a cutting board and carefully slice through the seam with a sharp knife to separate it into two thin rounds. (If you’re using tortillas or single-layer flatbread, you can skip this step.)

2. Cut into triangles:
Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, slice each round into 8 even triangles.

3. Fry until golden and crispy:
Heat about ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add a few triangles at a time—don’t overcrowd the pan. Fry until one side is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for just a few more seconds. The process should take less than a minute per batch.

4. Drain excess oil:
Transfer the fried chips to a paper towel–lined plate to drain and crisp up slightly.

5. Add cinnamon sugar:
While the chips are still hot, sprinkle generously with a mix of sugar and ground cinnamon. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For Baked Churro Chips:
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Start by following the first step as usual, then lightly brush both sides of the pita or tortilla with extra virgin olive oil. Cut into 8 triangles and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. Once out of the oven, dust with cinnamon sugar while still warm, and enjoy!

Serving Ideas:
Churro chips are perfect on their own, but even better with dips like caramel sauce, melted chocolate, or honey-sweetened Greek yogurt. For a fun twist, serve with vanilla ice cream or turn them into churro “nachos” by adding fruity toppings and a drizzle of syrup.

Storing Leftovers:
Keep any leftovers in an airtight container or zip-top bag at room temperature for up to 2 days. Store in a cool, dry spot like your pantry or countertop.

  • Prep Time: 2 Min
  • Cook Time: 3 Min
  • Cuisine: SPANISH

Nutrition

  • Calories: 67.5 kcal
  • Sugar: 6.3g
  • Sodium: 75.3 mg
  • Fat: 0.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.03g
  • Carbohydrates: 15.6g
  • Fiber: 1.4g
  • Protein: 1.4g

Keywords: Churro chips