Quick & Easy Churros

Steps

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1. 1
   In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine water, cinnamon stick, salt, sugar, and butter. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
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2. 2
   Once the water reaches a boil, remove the cinnamon stick and add the flour. Mix well, pressing down to form a smooth dough.
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3. 3
   Allow the dough to cool for a few minutes.
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4. 4
   Transfer the cooled dough into a piping bag fitted with a large churro tip and pipe the churros into desired shapes.
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5. 5
   Prepare the cinnamon sugar by mixing together 1 cup sugar with cinnamon.
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   Heat oil over medium-low heat. Carefully fry the churros until golden brown on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes.
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   Remove the churros from the oil and place on paper towels to drain. While still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
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   Repeat the frying and coating process with the remaining dough.
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   For the chocolate sauce: Heat heavy cream and stir in the Mexican chocolate disk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and Mexican vanilla blend until smooth and combined.