Description
Crispy Angel Cake Churro Bites are a quick and delightful dessert made by frying bite-sized cubes of angel food cake until golden and crispy, then coating them in a cinnamon-sugar blend. This easy treat offers a crunchy exterior with a light, airy interior, perfect for serving with optional dipping sauces like chocolate, caramel, or dulce de leche.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 store-bought angel food cake
- Vegetable oil, canola oil, or sunflower oil (for frying, approximately 2-3 inches deep in the pot)
- Granulated sugar (for coating, about 1/2 cup)
- Ground cinnamon (for coating, about 1 tablespoon)
Optional Dipping Sauces
- Chocolate sauce
- Caramel sauce
- Dulce de leche
- Non-alcoholic liqueur glaze (made from powdered sugar, milk or cream, and non-alcoholic flavoring syrup)
Instructions
- Prepare the Angel Food Cake: Carefully remove the angel food cake from its packaging. Using a serrated knife, slice the cake into approximately 1-inch thick slices, then cut those slices into 1-inch cubes to ensure even frying.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a shallow dish or medium bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Stir well to blend the cinnamon evenly throughout the sugar, which will provide the classic churro flavor coating.
- Heat the Oil: Pour enough neutral frying oil into a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet to a depth of 2-3 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches between 350°F and 375°F (175°C to 190°C), optimal for frying the cake bites.
- Fry the Cake Cubes: Carefully add a small batch of angel cake cubes into the hot oil. Fry them for about 1-2 minutes while turning occasionally with a slotted spoon or spider tool until they are golden brown and have a crispy texture on all sides.
- Drain and Coat: Remove the fried cake bites with a slotted spoon and let them drain briefly on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. While still warm, transfer the bites to the cinnamon sugar mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all surfaces.
- Repeat Frying: Continue frying the remaining cake cubes in small batches, repeating the draining and coating process until all are cooked and coated. Serve the Crispy Angel Cake Churro Bites immediately while warm and crispy for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot to maintain consistent oil temperature during frying.
- Do not overcrowd the pot when frying to avoid lowering the oil temperature and causing soggy bites.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon in the sugar mixture to your taste preference.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispiness; these bites are best enjoyed fresh.
- Store leftover bites in an airtight container and reheat briefly in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness.
