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Keto-Friendly Crispy-Fried Cinnamon Churros

A low-carb version of classic churros that are crispy on the outside and tender inside, perfect for satisfying a sweet craving without derailing your diet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Keto, Low-Carb
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the churro dough
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup erythritol (or preferred sweetener)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
  • as needed Oil for frying Use neutral oil with a high smoke point.
For the coating
  • as needed Additional erythritol and cinnamon for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted butter.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until you form a dough.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  5. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle.
Cooking
  1. Pipe strips of dough into the hot oil, cutting them to your desired length.
  2. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Remove from oil and let drain on paper towels.
  4. In a bowl, mix additional erythritol and cinnamon, then roll the churros in the mixture to coat.
  5. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Serve churros warm for best texture. Optionally offer sugar-free whipped cream or low-carb chocolate dipping sauce on the side. Keep portions small to stay within low-carb goals.