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    Home » Recipes » Desserts

    Star Wars Lightsaber Cinnamon Twist Churros

    Published: Feb 13, 2020 · Modified: Jun 4, 2021 by Amanda Mason · Leave a Comment

    Yield 4 people
    Cook 5 minutes minutes
    Prep 10 minutes minutes
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    Green lightsaber churro on a table next to a Star Wars helmet and guns.
    Green lightsaber churro on a table next to a Star Wars helmet and guns.

    When you take churros and turn them into Cinnamon Twist Churro Lightsabers, it takes the world's best dessert to a whole new galaxy. Let me show you how to make these crunchy sticks of fried dough and turn them into a delicious dessert and fun craft the entire family will love!

    Green lightsaber churro on a table next to a Star Wars helmet and guns.

    Who doesn't loves a good churro? Crispy delicious fried dough covered in a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. I just knew my kids would enjoy making some Star Wars Lightsaber Cinnamon Twist Churros.

    In Star Wars, lightsabers are energy blades that are capable of cutting into just about anything. The lightsabers are assembled with Kyber crystals, which acquire color once attuned to a specific Jedi. But they are more than just a mechanical focusing device. Every Padawan has to go to one of only a few select places in the galaxy where Kyber crystals form, and each goes on a spiritual journey to find not just a crystal, but their crystal, guided by the force.

    Darth Vader's red lightsaber cinnamon twist churro next to red lightsaber.

    Ingredients You'll Need

    Here's what you'll need to make these Cinnamon Twist Churros:

    For the Churro Dough

    • Sugar – provides the sweet taste in the dough.
    • Water – bringing water to a boil helps bind together the sugar, salt, flour, and oil.
    • Salt – a flavor enhancer also used to cut some of the sweetness.
    • Canola oil – lubrication and binding agent. Vegetable oil can be used as a substitute.
    • All-purpose flour – the base ingredient used.

    For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating

    • Sprinkle Sugar Crystals - perfect covering for the churros and adds color to make the lightsaber shine.
    • White granulated sugar – provides the sweet taste in the outer coating.
    • Ground cinnamon – flavor enhancer that should be mixed with the sugar.

    How To Make Cinnamon Twist Churros

    Refer back to this recipe for making churro ice cream sandwiches. This recipe is similar, but a little different.

    Step 1 - Prepare The Dough

    • In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, salt, and oil.
    • Bring to a boil and then remove from heat.
    • Next, stir in the flour and mix well.
    • Once the ingredients are well combined, form the dough into a ball. This step is straightforward and happens quickly, within about thirty seconds.
    • Remove the dough from the saucepan and form it into a large ball. The dough will be hot, so let it cool on a clean counter for about 15-20 minutes before piping.
    Churro dough in a ball sitting on a countertop.

    Step 2 - Piping

    • Once the dough has cooled, fill a piping bag with the churro dough.
    • For this recipe, you can either use the Ateco tip #829 or the 1M open star piping tip.
    • Using the piping bag, form multiple straight lines.
      • If using the 1M star tip, pipe 4 straight lines.
      • If using the Ateco tip #29, pipe 2 straight lines.
    Piping churro dough to make lightsaber churros on counter.
    • Once the dough is piped into lines, you'll twist all lines together to form the churro twist.
    • Once twisted, set aside and prepare for frying.
    Twisting churro dough to make a cinnamon twist lightsaber churro.

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    Step 3 - Frying Churros

    • In a large deep skillet, heat 2 quarts of Canola or vegetable oil. Use a candy thermometer to gauge the temperature of the oil.
    A close up of a digital thermometer measuring the heat of oil.
    • When the oil reaches 375 degrees Fahrenheit, place the churro twist on a stainless steel spatula (or use metal tongs) and place it in the hot oil.
    • Make sure the churro twist is completely submerged and fry until golden. This takes about 20 -30 seconds.
    • Only fry one churro twist at a time.
    • Once done, remove the fried churro and place it on a paper towel to dry. Complete this process for the other churro twists.
    Deep frying cinnamon twist churros in canola oil.

    Step 4- Finishing The Cinnamon Twist Churros

    • Once the churros have cooled, it's time to decorate them with cinnamon, sugar, and sprinkle sugar crystals.
    Three cinnamon twist lightsaber churros on table with sprinkles.
    • In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and sugar and pour it onto a clean surface or long shallow dish.
    • Take the churro and roll around in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
    • In a separate long shallow dish, mix granular sugar with sprinkle sugar crystals. Roll the churro around until covered.
      • Expert tip - if the crystals aren't sticking, take a spray bottle and spray the churro with water (about two squirts) and roll in the sprinkles until coated.
    Cinnamon twist churro being rolled in the red sugar sprinkles.
    • Repeat the same steps with the other colors of sprinkles.
    • The result will not only be super cute, but it will also be the most delicious Star Wars Lightsaber Cinnamon Twist Churros you'll ever taste!
    Luke's lightsaber cinnamon twist churro laying beside a full size lightsaber.

    Expert Tips

    • Piping the dough – if using a piping bag, tie the filled bag with a rubber band. This ensures the dough doesn’t seep out of the top while piping.
    • Tips – you have the option of using a small or large star tip.
      • If using the Ateco tip #829, you'll make two lines onto a piece of parchment paper and then twist.
      • If using the 1M open star piping tips, you'll make four lines onto a piece of parchment paper and then twist.
    • Tools – When frying, use a metal spatula or metal tongs. Never use a plastic spatula. It will melt in the oil.
    Two crossed churro lightsabers on a table next to real lightsabers.

    More Sweet Treat Recipes

    If you love churros, you have to try these churro based sweet treats:

    • Churro Ice Cream Sandwiches
    • Churro Cinnamon Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese

    And if you're looking for more desserts with cinnamon, check these out:

    • Apple Pumpkin Spice Cake with Butter Rum Glaze
    • Cinnamon Rice Pudding
    • Popcorn Hearts
    Green lightsaber churro on a table next to a Star Wars helmet and guns.

    Star Wars Lightsaber Cinnamon Twist Churros

    When you take churros and turn them into Cinnamon Twist Churro Lightsabers, it takes the world's greatest dessert to a whole new galaxy. Let me show you how to take these crunchy sticks of fried dough and turn them into a yummy dessert and fun craft the entire family will love!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 297kcal
    Author: Amanda Mason

    Equipment

    • 16 Inch piping bag
    • Ateco tip #829 or 1M open star piping tips
    • Candy or heat resistant thermometer
    • Large stainless steel spatula or tongs
    • Deep frying skillet or deep fryer
    • Colored Sprinkles
    • Paper Craft Lightsaber Holders (see post)

    Ingredients

    To Make The Dough

    • ½ cup sugar
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup water
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 Tablespoons Canola or Vegetable Oil
    • 2 quarts quarts vegetable or Canola oil, for frying

    Cinnamon Sugar Topping

    • 2 Tablespoons sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
    • Sprinkle Sugar Crystals, red, blue, and green

    Instructions

    Step 1: Preparing The Dough

    • In a small saucepan combine the water, sugar, salt, and oil. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat.
    • Stir in the flour and form a ball. It is very simple and happens quickly, approx. thirty seconds.
    • Set aside to cool. Once cooled, stuff the piping bag with the churro dough. With the pastry bag and the Ateco tip #829, pipe 8 strips of dough on parchment paper.
    • Twist two strips of dough together and set aside. Repeat by twisting the other strips of dough until you have 4 cinnamon twist churros.

    Step 2: Frying

    • Heat oil in a large pan or skillet to 375 degrees. Verify the temperature with the thermometer.
    • One at a time, place the churro twists in the hot oil and fry until golden. This takes about 20 -30 seconds.
    • Once fried, place on paper towels to dry.

    Step 3: Finishing The Churros

    • After the churro twists have dried, roll in the mixture of sugar and cinnamon for a light coating.
    • In a separate shallow dish, roll the churro in the colored sugar sprinkles until well coated.

    Lightsaber Paper Holders

    • Print and cut out the paper lightsaber.
    • Tape or glue the lightsaber together. If using glue to secure, ensure it is non-toxic.
    • Place the lightsaber into the holder and enjoy!

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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