Preparing churros is a straightforward process. Follow these simple steps to create your homemade treats:

1. Boil Water and Oil
   In a pot, bring the water and vegetable oil to a boil. This step is crucial for creating a smooth dough.
2. Form the Dough
   Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder until a smooth dough forms. Ensure that the mixture is free of lumps.
3. Heat the Oil
   In a deep pan, heat the oil over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough to fry the churros to a golden brown.
4. Pipe the Churros
   Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Carefully pipe 4-6 inch strips of dough into the hot oil.
5. Fry the Churros
   Fry each churro until golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the churros and drain them on paper towels.
6. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar
   In a bowl, mix the 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon. Roll each churro in the sugar mixture until fully coated.

And there you have it! Your homemade cinnamon sugar churros are ready to be devoured. But before you start munching, let’s take a look at the nutritional information.