Description

These Pumpkin Churros are bursting with flavor and easy to prepare! With pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a delightful cream cheese dip, they make a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 cup water
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons maple syrup

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Instructions

Start by preparing the cinnamon maple cream cheese dip.
Blend cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, light brown sugar, milk, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and maple syrup in a bowl until smooth.
Chill the dip in the fridge until needed.
In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons cinnamon for the churro coating and set aside.
Prepare a plate lined with paper towels for draining the churros afterward.
In a large bowl, whisk together water, pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Add in all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to form a dough.
Place the dough in a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip.
Heat 1 quart of vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven to 375°F, using a candy thermometer to monitor the heat.
Pipe 4-inch strips of dough into the hot oil, frying only 3 or 4 at a time to prevent overcrowding.
Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side, then remove and drain on paper towels for 1 minute.
Toss warm churros in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
Serve immediately with chilled cinnamon maple cream cheese dip.

Notes

Ensure the oil is at the right temperature (375°F) to achieve the best results.
Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preference for the churro dough.
The cream cheese dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 churro
Calories: 160
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg