Description

These Pumpkin Churros are a delightful twist on the classic treat. With a blend of pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and a rich cream cheese dip, these churros are irresistibly flavorful and simple to make at home, ideal for gatherings or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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1 cup water
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
8 oz cream cheese
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons maple syrup

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Instructions

Prepare the cinnamon maple cream cheese dip first.
Beat cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, light brown sugar, milk, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and maple syrup together with an electric mixer until smooth.
Place the dip in the fridge until ready to serve.
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon for the churro coating. Set aside.
Line a plate with paper towels for draining churros.
In a large bowl, whisk together water, pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Stir in the all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until a dough forms.
Transfer the churro dough to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip.
Heat 1 quart vegetable oil in a deep-fryer, deep skillet, or Dutch oven to 375 degrees F.
Pipe 4-inch strips of dough into the hot oil, frying 3 or 4 strips at a time to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the churros until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
Remove the cooked churros from the oil and transfer them to the paper towel-lined plate to drain for 1 minute.
Toss the drained churros in the reserved cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.
Serve the Pumpkin Churros warm with the chilled cinnamon maple cream cheese dip on the side.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the dough mixture.
If you don’t have a pastry bag, you can use a large zip-top bag with one corner snipped off.
These churros are best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven later.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 churro
Calories: 210
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg