Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup water
• 2.5 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, bring water, butter, and 1 tablespoon of sugar to a boil. Remove from heat.

2. 2

   Stir in the flour immediately until the mixture forms a smooth ball of dough.

3. 3

   Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.

4. 4

   Heat the frying oil in a deep pan or pot to 375°F (190°C).

5. 5

   Pipe 4-5 inch strips of dough into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

6. 6

   Remove churros from oil, drain on paper towels, and roll them in a mixture of the remaining sugar and cinnamon.

7. 7

   In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer (do not boil).

8. 8

   Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a bowl and stir until smooth and velvety.

9. 9

   Serve the warm churros with the chocolate dipping sauce.