In a saucepan, add water, butter, and sugar over medium heat. Stir until the butter melts completely, creating a sweet, aromatic base.

Add in the flour and stir vigorously until a dough forms. It should be smooth, pulling away from the sides of the pan.

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the dough to cool slightly. This will prevent the egg from cooking when added next.

Stir in the egg until fully integrated into the dough, resulting in a glossy, smooth mixture that’s ready for frying.

In a frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat until shimmering. This is the perfect temperature for frying those churros!

Carefully pipe the dough into the hot oil, frying until golden brown on all sides, usually about 3-4 minutes. Turn them for even cooking.

Once perfectly golden, remove the churros from the oil and drain on paper towels to soak up any excess oil.