# Components:
→ Churro Bites
01 - 1 cup water
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying
→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating
09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ Caramel Apples
11 - 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
14 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
15 - Pinch of salt
→ Assembly
16 - 8 wooden skewers
# Method:
01 - In a medium saucepan, combine water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Add all-purpose flour at once, stirring briskly until a smooth dough forms and separates from the pan. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
02 - Stir eggs and vanilla extract into the cooled dough, mixing vigorously until fully combined and the dough appears glossy. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
03 - Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy pot to 350°F. Pipe 1-inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil, using scissors to cut each piece. Fry the bites in batches for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
04 - Remove churro bites with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. While still warm, roll churro bites in cinnamon sugar mixture to coat thoroughly.
05 - Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add apple pieces, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Sauté, stirring often, until apples are tender and edges are caramelized, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Let cool slightly.
06 - Thread churro bites and caramelized apple pieces alternately onto wooden skewers. Serve warm or at room temperature.
