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Crispy Air Fryer Churro Pasta Chips

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A quick and easy sweet snack made by air frying small pasta shells coated in cinnamon sugar and butter for a crispy, churro-inspired treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (about 200g) small pasta shells (conchiglie) or mini elbow macaroni
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C), about 3 minutes.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add 2 cups (200g) of small pasta shells and cook for 5 minutes until barely tender but still firm (al dente). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Dry the pasta shells thoroughly on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  4. Melt 3 tablespoons (45g) of unsalted butter in a small bowl. Stir in vanilla extract if using.
  5. Place the dry pasta shells in a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted butter over them and stir gently to coat evenly.
  6. In a separate small bowl, combine 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
  7. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered pasta shells and toss gently until coated.
  8. Arrange the coated pasta shells in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if needed.
  9. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Watch closely from 7 minutes to avoid burning.
  10. Transfer the crispy churro pasta chips to a cooling rack or parchment-lined plate and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Dry the pasta shells thoroughly before coating to ensure maximum crispiness. Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking for even browning. Butter is essential for the sugar to stick and for flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reheat briefly in the air fryer to refresh crispness.

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