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Dubai Pistachio Churro Bites

Crispy golden churro morsels filled with luxurious pistachio cream and dusted with cardamom sugar—inspired by Dubai's decadent dessert culture. Our Fat Switch cuts 40% of calories by swapping deep-frying for air-crisp baking and using Greek yogurt in the filling, delivering all the indulgence with zero guilt.

20m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

Servings

348

Calories

11g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1 cup all-purpose flour
✓ 1/4 tsp sea salt
✓ 1/2 tsp baking powder
✓ 1/2 cup boiling water
✓ 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
✓ 1 tbsp vegetable oil spray (for air fryer)
✓ 2 tbsp coconut sugar + 1/4 tsp ground cardamom (coating)
✓ 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
✓ 1 tbsp mascarpone cheese
✓ 1/4 cup roasted pistachio paste (unsweetened)
✓ 1 tsp honey + 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
✓ Pinch of Maldon sea salt
✓ 2 tsp crushed roasted pistachios (garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix the Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder. Pour boiling water over the dry ingredients while stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. This activates the structure without kneading.

2. Knead Gently: Once cooled slightly (about 2 minutes), knead the dough by hand for 3–4 minutes until smooth and elastic. It should be warm but handleable—similar to pizza dough consistency.

3. Prepare the Piping Bag: Transfer warm dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. This shape creates maximum surface area for crispiness. If dough cools too much, warm it gently over low heat for 30 seconds.

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4. Shape the Bites: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Pipe 12–14 churro bites (2–3 inches each) onto a parchment-lined air fryer basket, spacing them 1 inch apart. Lightly mist with vegetable oil spray on all sides.

5. Air-Bake Until Golden: Air-fry at 400°F for 12–14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until deep golden and crispy on all sides. They'll firm up as they cool.

6. Make the Filling: While churros bake, whisk together Greek yogurt, mascarpone, pistachio paste, honey, vanilla, and sea salt until silky and spreadable. Taste and adjust pistachio intensity to preference.

7. Prepare the Coating: Combine coconut sugar and ground cardamom in a shallow dish. Once churros exit the air fryer, while still warm, toss them gently in the cardamom-sugar mixture until fully coated.

8. Assemble and Serve: Transfer warm churro bites to a serving plate. Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill the centers or serve the pistachio cream alongside for dipping. Garnish with crushed pistachios and a light drizzle of honey.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal

Protein11g

Carbohydrates58g

Fat11g

Fiber3g

🏷️ Tags

#air-fried pistachio churros#low-calorie Middle Eastern dessert#Dubai indulgent snacks light

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