Funfetti Churros with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Introduction

Funfetti churros offer a playful twist on the classic fried treat, featuring colorful sprinkles baked right into the dough. Paired with a creamy funfetti cream cheese frosting, these churros are soft inside, crunchy outside, and perfect for any festive occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup rainbow jimmies
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup crushed rainbow jimmies
• Oil for frying (at least 2-3 inches deep)
• Pastry bag fitted with a star tip

• For the funfetti cream cheese frosting:
• 1 package whipped cream cheese spread
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 Tbsp rainbow jimmies

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat oil in a frying pan to 375°F, ensuring it is 2-3 inches deep for frying.
2. Step 2: In a saucepan, combine water, brown sugar, and butter. Heat until the mixture just comes to a boil.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat and quickly stir in the flour until a dough ball forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4. Step 4: Add the first egg to the dough and mix quickly until incorporated, then add the second egg and mix until the dough is soft and smooth.
5. Step 5: Stir in vanilla extract and 1/2 cup rainbow jimmies until evenly combined.
6. Step 6: Transfer the dough to the pastry bag fitted with a star tip.
7. Step 7: Carefully squeeze long strands of dough into the hot oil, using kitchen scissors to cut the dough from the bag if needed. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Step 8: Remove churros from oil and drain on paper towels. While still warm, roll them in a mixture of sugar and crushed rainbow jimmies.
9. Step 9: For the frosting, mix whipped cream cheese with powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of rainbow jimmies until smooth.
10. Step 10: Serve churros warm alongside the funfetti cream cheese frosting for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• Use a deep-fry thermometer to maintain the oil temperature at 375°F for perfectly crispy churros.
• If you don’t have a pastry bag, a sturdy plastic zip-top bag with a corner snipped off works well.
• Try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the sugar and sprinkle mixture for a classic flavor boost.
• For a dairy-free frosting, substitute the cream cheese with a vegan cream cheese option.

Storage

Store leftover churros in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. Reheat briefly in a warm oven or air fryer to regain crispiness. The cream cheese frosting is best kept refrigerated and used within 2 days. Serve churros warm for the best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I bake these churros instead of frying?

While traditional churros are fried for their signature crisp exterior, you can bake them at 425°F for about 15-20 minutes until golden. However, they won’t have quite the same crunch.

What are rainbow jimmies?

Rainbow jimmies are small, colorful sugar sprinkles commonly used to decorate cakes and desserts. They add fun color and a slight crunch to the churros and frosting.

Funfetti Churros with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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Delight in these festive Funfetti Churros, featuring a soft, warm interior with a crunchy fried dough exterior coated in colorful sugar and rainbow jimmies. Served with a creamy, sweet Funfetti Cream Cheese Frosting, these churros bring a playful and delicious twist to a classic treat—perfect for celebrations or a fun dessert any time.

• Author: Daniel
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: About 12–15 churros 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Mexican-American fusion

Ingredients

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For the Churros:

• 1 cup water
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1/3 cup butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup rainbow jimmies
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup crushed rainbow jimmies
• Oil for frying (at least 2-3 inches deep)
• Pastry bag fitted with a star tip

For the Funfetti Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 1 package (8 oz) whipped cream cheese spread
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 Tbsp rainbow jimmies

Instructions

1. Heat the Oil: Preheat oil in a frying pan with at least 2-3 inches depth to 375°F, ensuring the temperature is steady for frying the churros.
2. Prepare the Dough: In a saucepan, combine water, brown sugar, and butter. Heat until the mixture just comes to a boil. Remove from heat and immediately add the flour, stirring vigorously until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
3. Incorporate Eggs and Flavorings: Return the pan off the heat. Add eggs one at a time, mixing quickly after each to fully incorporate into a smooth, soft dough. Stir in vanilla extract and 1/2 cup rainbow jimmies until evenly distributed.
4. Pipe the Churros: Transfer the dough into a pastry bag fitted with a star tip. Carefully squeeze long strands directly into the hot oil, cutting dough strands with kitchen scissors as needed to release.
5. Fry Until Golden: Fry churros on both sides until they turn a golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side, maintaining oil temperature. Use a slotted spoon to remove churros and drain on paper towels.
6. Coat with Sugar Mixture: While still warm, roll the churros in a mixture of sugar and crushed rainbow jimmies to evenly coat them in a sweet, crunchy layer.
7. Make the Frosting: In a bowl, mix whipped cream cheese spread with powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of rainbow jimmies until smooth and combined, creating a colorful frosting dip.
8. Serve Warm: Serve the churros freshly fried and warm alongside the funfetti cream cheese frosting for dipping and enjoy the perfect balance of crunchy, soft, and creamy textures.

Notes

• Maintain oil temperature around 375°F to ensure churros fry evenly without absorbing too much oil.
• Use kitchen scissors to cut the dough neatly and avoid messy frying strands.
• For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
• These churros are best eaten fresh as they lose their crispness upon standing.
• The whipped cream cheese spread can be swapped for regular cream cheese softened if desired.

Keywords: Funfetti churros, cream cheese frosting, fried dough, rainbow sprinkles, festive dessert, party dessert, sweet dipping sauce