Churros are a perfect mix of flour, salt and cinnamon sugar that makes a warm and crispy snack for anytime. Although churros are best served on the same day, sometimes we order too much and need to store them and reheat them when we want to have them. There are plenty of ways to reheat churros, but the best way is in the oven. The other ways to warm up churros include the microwave, air fryer, deep fryer, stovetop, and toaster oven. Reheating your churros in the oven will ensure that they remain as crispy as possible. Below is a description of how you can warm up your churros using different methods.
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The Oven Method To Reheat Churros
One of the most effective ways to reheat churros is in the oven. The oven is the most effective method when it comes to warming up churros because the oven can keep your churros as well as other types of fried food crispy. Heating your churros using the oven method is certainly your best option, because it warms them fully while maintaining their crispy texture. To reheat your churros in the oven follow these steps;
- Spread your churros on a baking sheet,
- Set your oven to 375 – 400 degrees F or 204 degrees Celsius,
- Put your churros in the oven for about 5-8 minutes until they are fully heated through,
- Check if they are warm enough and serve when ready,
The Toaster Oven Method To Reheat Churros
Another effective way to reheat your churros is with a toaster oven. A toaster oven works the same way an oven operates. A toaster oven is effective especially if you live in a tiny apartment without an oven. The toaster oven will get the job done almost as well as a normal oven. Follow these steps to reheat your churros in a toaster oven;
- Spread your churros on a baking sheet,
- Set your oven to 375 – 400 degrees F or 204 degrees Celsius,
- Put your churros in the oven for about 5-8 minutes until they are fully heated through,
- Check if they are warm enough and serve when ready,
Keep in mind that because of the compact size of many toaster ovens, they run hotter than the temperature that they report. Therefore, if your toaster oven runs hot, you should turn the heat down a bit to avoid overheating your churros.
The Air Fryer Method
The air fryer method is another effective way of warming up your churros. Air fryers use dry heat, and will not make your churros soggy. To heat up your churros in a air fryer simply follow these steps;
- Preheat the air fryer to about 375 – 400 degrees F
- Spread your churros out,
- Let them heat up for 5-8 minutes.
It is important to spread your churros apart. If you let them touch, they are more than likely to trap moisture in and become too soft.
The Stovetop Method To Reheat Churros
The stovetop method is another ideal option when it comes to reheating your churros, although the stovetop isn’t an ideal option it can get the job done. If you do not have an fryer, a regular oven or a toaster oven you can still make use of your stovetop to heat up your churros. To warm up your churros on the stovetop simply follow these steps;
- Heat up a frying pan over medium heat and,
- Once it becomes hot place your churros in it,
- Let your churros heat up for 5-8 minutes, until they are ready,
The best way to make sure that your churros get heated all the way through is by covering your pan. Also ensure that you turn them so that each side warms up evenly. Do not grease your pan because it will just cause them to become soggy.
The Microwave Method
When it comes to selecting a quick reheating method, the microwave method is your best option. With a microwave you only need about 10 to 15 seconds to heat up your churros. Simply follow these steps to heat up your churros in the microwave;
- Place your churros in a microwave safe dish,
- Put your churros in the microwave on medium to low heat,
- Set your time to 10 – 20 seconds,
- Check your churros to see if they are warm enough,
- Repeat the process if your churros are not warm
- Serve when ready,
Do not leave your churros in the oven for too long because they may become too soggy if you overheat them. Also, make sure you warm them up at low to medium heat to keep their texture.
The Deep Fryer Method
Although some people may opt for this method deep frying your churros to warm them up is not ideal. After all churros are fried food thus, deep frying fried food to warm them up is not a good idea. It is best to stick to the other heating options above.
The Best Way To Store Churros
It is best to eat churros 1 or 2 days after making them or purchasing them, but if you are not able to eat all of your churros in one sitting, there are many methods to store them,
- Store your churros in an airtight container on the counter. That way your churros will last a few days. Keep in mind that if you let them sit for longer they will become soft.
- Do not store your churros in the fridge, this will soften them and take away their crunchiness.
- For longer-term storage, you can freeze your churros.
- Your churros will last up to a month in the freezer.
- To freeze them, spread them out onto a baking sheet and place them in the freezer. Once completely frozen, put your churros in a resealable bag, and ensure to remove as much air as possible before closing.
- If you make churros from scratch, you can freeze the churro dough before making them so that your churros are fresh and crispy in the future.
