"Chef Andrew Zimmerman of Chicago's Del Toro grew up eating fluffy donuts in New Jersey, but now he favors churros—hot, crispy fried Spanish crullers. Zimmerman pipes the dough into a ribbed spiral, then coats the churros in crunchy sugar and cinnamon. They're perfect for dipping into hot chocolate. More Dessert Recipes..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 sticks unsalted butter (1/2 pound)
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Kosher salt
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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4 large eggs
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1 large egg white
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4 1/2 cups whole milk
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7 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
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2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
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1 quart vegetable oil, for frying
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2 tablespoons ground cinnamon