Dulce de Leche Churro Tots with Whipped Cream

Name: Dulce de Leche Churro Tots with Whipped Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 1/2 ounces (⅓ tablespoons) unsalted butter; 2 1/4 ounces (5 tablespoons) brown sugar; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 5 eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 1/4 cups store-bought or homemade Dulce de Leche, recipe follows, or cajeta; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon; Whipped Cream, for serving, recipe follows; 3 1/2 cups whole milk; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Servings: persons

6 1/2 ounces (⅓ tablespoons) unsalted butter
2 1/4 ounces (5 tablespoons) brown sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
5 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups store-bought or homemade Dulce de Leche, recipe follows, or cajeta
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Whipped Cream, for serving, recipe follows
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon powdered sugar

1
Place 1 1/4 cups water, butter, brown sugar and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2
Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously until mixture forms a ball and smells like toasted flour.
3
Transfer to the bowl of a mixer and paddle the dough while adding the eggs one at a time, allowing machine to incorporate each egg before the next addition.
4
Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl often, and then add the vanilla.
5
Lastly, add the dulce de leche and mix until thoroughly incorporated.
6
Transfer the mixture to a container and refrigerate until ready to fry.
7
Heat vegetable oil for frying in a pot.
8
Place the churro batter in a pastry bag fitted with a large star tube.
9
When the oil is 375 degrees F, drop 2-inch-long churros from the pastry bag into the oil and fry until well browned and floating, about 4 minutes.
10
Centers will still be a tiny bit gooey because of the dulce de leche in the batter.
11
Remove the churros to a paper-lined plate.
12
Combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon and toss with the hot churros.
13
To serve, place the churro tots on a small plate or in a shallow bowl accompanied by a dollop of Whipped Cream for dipping.
14
Combine the milk, sugar and baking soda in a large, heavy saucepan.
15
Place over medium heat and cook, stirring often, until the mixture becomes a caramel color and is thick enough that you can see the bottom of the pan as you stir, 45 minutes to an hour.
16
By volume it should be reduced to about 1 cup.
17
Cool to room temperature and use immediately, or store in refrigerator until ready to use.
18
Combine the cream and sugar in a cold mixing bowl and whip until stiff peaks form.

1702

kcal

Calories

Fat

196

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 1/2 ounces (⅓ tablespoons) unsalted butter, 2 1/4 ounces (5 tablespoons) brown sugar, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Dulce de Leche Churro Tots with Whipped Cream falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!