If you’re craving something sweet and crunchy with a hint of cinnamon, you can’t go wrong with Churro Chips! This deliciously simple Mexican snack is made by cutting tortillas into wedges and brushing them with melted butter, before adding a generous dusting of cinnamon sugar. After a few minutes in the oven, you’ll have an irresistible snack that’s perfect for parties or movie night.
Have you had churros before? Also known as Mexican fritters, churros are a fried dough dessert, quite similar to donuts. Instead of using dough, these chips are made with tortillas; and instead of frying, you’ll be baking the tortillas in the oven until they become delightfully crispy. Want to kick it up a notch? Dip your churro chips in a rich chocolate sauce for an elevated snacking experience.
Tortillas are the real MVP. We love them for making tacos, burritos, quesadillas and other Mexican dishes. Who knew that they could also be transformed into a sweet homemade snack? With only four ingredients and ten minutes of cooking time, you’re sure to revisit this recipe time and time again!
What Are Churro Chips?
Churro chips are a thinner, crispier version of the popular Latin American treat. Tortillas are generously buttered, cut into bite-sized pieces, and sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon. Within ten minutes, the chips are baked to perfection, and you’ve got a bowl of your new favorite snack. Mexican churro chips make a tasty treat on their own but are even more addictive with chocolate sauce.
What Are Churro Chips Made Of?
The ingredient list for churro chips couldn’t be simpler. You’ll need flour tortillas, butter, cinnamon and sugar. Granulated sugar is best for this recipe, but don’t be afraid to use brown sugar if that’s what you have. For a vegan-friendly version, butter can be substituted with margarine or another non-dairy spread.
Corn tortillas are more nutritious than flour tortillas and will produce a more textured chip. You can also opt for naan or pita bread instead of tortillas.
Ingredients You’ll need
- granulated sugar
- ground cinnamon
- flour tortilla or naan
- melted butter
- chocolate sauce or other dipping sauce (optional)
(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)
How to Make Churro Chips
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and turn on the convection/forced air if available. Line a large baking sheet with parchment and set aside.
- Place the tortillas on a cutting board. Using a large chef’s knife, cut into 8 wedges the same way you would a pizza. Set aside.
- Add the sugar and cinnamon to a shallow bowl and whisk until combined evenly.
- Brush the tortilla wedges on both sides with the melted butter. Then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the tortillas. Note: You may find it easier to use a small fine-mesh sieve for this.
- Place the tortilla pieces onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 5 minutes or until lightly golden on top.
- Remove the baking sheet and use kitchen tongs to flip the pieces. Continue baking for another 5 minutes until lightly crispy.
- Remove to a serving plate and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
What’s a Good Dip for Churro Chips?
Just like traditional churros, these chips are absolutely delicious when paired with a melted chocolate sauce. You can use store-bought chocolate sauce or syrup, but it’s quite easy to DIY.
You’ll need 3 ounces of dark chocolate and ½ cup of heavy cream. Allow the chocolate to come to room temperature and use a sharp knife to roughly chop it into ½ -inch pieces. Place the chocolate in a bowl. Warm the heavy cream on the stovetop or in the microwave, but do not allow it to come to a boil. Pour the warm cream into the bowl and allow it to sit for one minute. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
How to Store Churro Chips?
Let churro chips cool to room temperature. Then place them in churro chips at room temperature in a tightly sealed container for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a skillet over medium-high heat, an air fryer or the oven. Do not microwave or they will become soggy!
FAQ
Are Churro Chips Healthy?
Churro chips are a tasty snack, but it’s not the healthiest way to satisfy your sweet tooth. A serving of ten chips is around 120 calories and may contain as much as 5g of sugar. For a healthier version, you can use corn tortillas to reduce calories or try using a sugar-free sweetener like stevia.
Where to Buy Churro Chips
Prefer to get your churro chips readymade? You’ll love the Siete Grain-Free Churro Strips, which are available at Costco. They’re made using wholesome ingredients like cassava flour, avocado oil, coconut sugar and agave syrup. They’re flavored with natural vanilla, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice for a guilt-free, gluten-free alternative to sugary snacks. Siete Churro Strips are also available online through Amazon, Target or sietefoods.com.
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Churro Chips
Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 6 flour tortillas 12-inch size, or naan
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- chocolate sauce or other dipping sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and turn on the convection/forced air if available. Line a large baking sheet with parchment and set aside.
- Place the tortillas on a cutting board. Using a large chef’s knife, cut into 8 wedges the same way you would a pizza. Set aside.
- Add the sugar and cinnamon to a shallow bowl and whisk until combined evenly.
- Brush the tortilla wedges on both sides with the melted butter. Then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the tortillas. Note: You may find it easier to use a small fine-mesh sieve for this.
- Place the tortilla pieces onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 5 minutes or until lightly golden on top.
- Remove the baking sheet and use kitchen tongs to flip the pieces. Continue baking for another 5 minutes until lightly crispy.
- Remove to a serving plate and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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