📖 Instructions

1. Prepare the Matcha Sugar: In a shallow dish, whisk together the granulated sugar and matcha powder until evenly combined. Set aside. This beautiful green sugar is gonna be *everything*.
2. Combine Water, Butter, and Salt: In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat. Make sure the butter is fully melted before the water boils. This part is important, trust me.
3. Add Flour: Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly add all-purpose flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until a smooth dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan. It should look kinda like playdough, but, ya know, edible.
4. Incorporate Eggs: Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl. Let it cool slightly for a minute or two (you don't want to cook the eggs!). Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. The dough should be smooth and glossy.
5. Prepare Piping Bag: Fit a piping bag with a large open star tip (like Wilton 8B). This is what gives churros their signature ridges. If you don't have one, a large round tip will work too, they just won't look as fancy. Fill the piping bag with the churro dough.
6. Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer until it's about 2-3 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the right temperature. Too hot, and they'll burn on the outside; too cold, and they'll be greasy.
7. Pipe and Fry: Carefully pipe 4-5 inch strips of dough directly into the hot oil. Use kitchen shears or a knife to cut the dough as you pipe. Don't overcrowd the pot; fry in batches to maintain the oil temperature. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Keep a close eye on them – they can go from golden to burnt pretty quickly!
8. Drain and Coat: Remove the churros from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. While still warm, immediately roll them in the prepared matcha sugar, coating them evenly. This is where the magic happens, people.
9. Serve Immediately: Serve the Matcha Green Tea Churros immediately while they are still warm and crispy. Maybe with a chocolate dipping sauce if you're feeling extra indulgent (I usually am!).
10. Optional: For an extra touch, dust with a little more matcha powder after coating in the matcha sugar. Because, why not?