Equipment:

• Medium saucepan
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Piping bag with a large star-shaped tip (or a churro maker)
• Deep fryer or large frying pan
• Slotted spoon or tongs
• Paper towels (for draining oil)
• Plate for coating churros with cinnamon sugar

Instructions:

Step 1: Make the churro dough

1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil and the butter is completely melted.