November 2020

A Sweet Cinnamon Snack

Sweet, handheld snacks make for perfect teammates while watching a game at home, and these Churros are an ideal example of a quick, fun bite that’s made with ease.

Requiring less than an hour in the kitchen, they can be made in short order without missing your favorite team’s first play. Lightly coated with fresh cinnamon and flavored with C&H Golden Brown Sugar, these deep-fried delights are as simple to make as they are delicious.

Find more home-gating recipe ideas at chsugar.com.

Churros

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Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Yield: 45 churros

1 1/4 cups water

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

2 teaspoons C&H Golden Brown Sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup all-purpose flour

3 large eggs, lightly beaten

3 cups canola oil, for frying

1 cup C&H Granulated Sugar

2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

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