Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients - Collect all your ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, butter, milk, and vanilla extract.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients - In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk them together until well mixed.
Step 3: Melt the Butter - In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 4: Combine Wet Ingredients - In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until a dough forms. Don’t overmix; a little lumpiness is okay!
Step 6: Shape the Churro Bites - Take small pieces of dough and roll them into bite-sized balls. Aim for about 1 inch in diameter.
Step 7: Preheat the Air Fryer - Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes. This helps achieve that perfect crispiness!
Step 8: Air Fry the Churro Bites - Place the churro bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Step 9: Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Coating - While the churro bites are cooking, mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside for coating.
Step 10: Coat the Churro Bites - Once cooked, remove the churro bites from the air fryer. Toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture while they’re still warm.
Step 11: Serve and Enjoy! - Plate your delicious churro bites and serve with a side of chocolate sauce or caramel for dipping. Enjoy every bite!