Spicy Pumpkin Muffin Churros (Print)
Pumpkin churro sticks with cinnamon sugar glaze, baked then fried for autumn snacks or celebrations.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
13 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
14 - 2 large eggs
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Frying & Coating
16 - Vegetable oil for frying
17 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
18 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and cayenne pepper until evenly blended.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
04 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just blended. Avoid overmixing for light texture.
05 - Transfer batter to a large piping bag fitted with a star tip, and pipe 4–5-inch strips directly onto the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until set but still soft. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before frying.
07 - Fill a deep skillet with 2 inches of vegetable oil and heat to 350°F.
08 - Working in batches, fry baked churro sticks for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain fried churros on paper towels.
09 - Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Roll warm churro sticks in the cinnamon sugar mixture to fully coat.
10 - Serve churro sticks immediately, optionally paired with chocolate or caramel dipping sauce.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Unique blend of pumpkin muffin and churro textures
- Perfect for seasonal gatherings and parties
02 -
- Contains eggs and wheat—check ingredient labels for possible nut or soy traces
- Pumpkin puree can be swapped for sweet potato for variation
03 -
- Increase cayenne for more heat or add a pinch of black pepper for spice
- Pairs perfectly with spiced hot chocolate or coffee