Ingredients:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for coating
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

  1. Combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup butter, 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt in a saucepan until the butter is fully melted and bubbling.
  2. Add 1 cup flour all at once, stirring vigorously until a smooth dough ball forms and pulls away from the sides.
  3. Continue stirring over medium heat for 2 minutes until a thin film forms on the bottom of the pan. This ensures the bites aren't 'floury' tasting.
  4. Transfer dough to a bowl and let it rest for 5 minutes until it's warm but not hot to the touch.
  5. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla until the dough is glossy and holds a 'V' shape on the spoon.
  6. Pipe 1 inch pieces onto parchment paper or directly into the basket until the tray is filled but not crowded.
  7. Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes until the exterior is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
  8. Mix 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a bowl until the color is a uniform, vibrant mahogany.
  9. Brush the hot bites with 2 tablespoons melted butter until they look glistening.
  10. Roll the bites in the cinnamon sugar until every crevice is packed with sweet spice.