In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Place the pan over medium heat, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil; stir occasionally until the butter melts completely. Once boiling, remove from heat and swiftly add 1 cup of all-purpose flour, stirring vigorously until a smooth dough forms.

Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes, which will make it easier to handle. Once cooled, beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence using a spoon or spatula. Mix thoroughly until the dough is glossy and smooth, signaling that it’s ready for piping.

While the dough rests, preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the basket lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip for those signature churro ridges. Pipe bite-sized churros into the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece.

Lightly brush each churro with melted butter before placing the basket in the air fryer. Air fry your Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites for 10-12 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and crisp.

Remove the churro bites from the air fryer. In a shallow bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of white sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Toss the churros in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while still warm.

Plate your beautifully cooked Sweet Air Fryer Churro Bites and serve them warm, considering pairing with chocolate syrup or dulce de leche for dipping.