Churros With Chili Chocolate Sauce

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter. Bring to boiling point on high. Remove from heat.

2. 2

   Add sifted combined flour, cinnamon and salt all at once, stirring with a wooden spoon to combine. Return to medium heat, stirring until dough forms a ball and comes away from the sides of the saucepan.

3. 3

   Transfer mixture to a large bowl, spreading up sides. Cool for 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Using an electric mixer, add eggs one at a time, beating between each addition, until dough is smooth and glossy. Spoon dough into a piping bag fitted with a 1/2-inch star nozzle.

5. 5

   In a large saucepan, heat oil until a small amount of batter sizzles as soon as it is added (350u00b0F). Working in 3 batches, pipe dough into oil, cutting off 4-inch lengths with scissors. Fry each batch 1-2 minutes, until golden- brown and cooked through. Using a slotted spoon, transfer churros to paper towel to drain.

6. 6

   To make sauce; In a medium saucepan, combine chocolate, cream, and chili. Stir on medium heat 4-5 minutes, until smooth.

7. 7

   Arrange churros on platter and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve immediately with warm sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.