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Angel cake churro bites coated in cinnamon sugar and drizzled with sweet vanilla glaze, served in a white bowl.

Angel Cake Churro Bites

These irresistible Angel Cake Churro Bites transform leftover cake into crispy, golden nuggets. Pan-fried in butter and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze, they taste like airy donut holes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 g
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ loaf angel food cake Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter For frying
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Prevents burning
  • ½ cup powdered sugar For dusting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For glaze
  • 2 tablespoon milk For glaze
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract For glaze

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet Non-stick
  • 1 Serrated knife For cake
  • 1 Tongs For turning
  • 1 Wire rack For cooling
  • 1 Small bowl For glaze

Method
 

  1. Cut angel food cake into 1-inch cubes using a serrated knife.
  2. Melt butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Fry cake cubes for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Whisk 1 cup powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze.
  5. Dust fried bites with powdered sugar and drizzle with glaze before serving.

Notes

Watch the heat carefully while frying; angel food cake contains a lot of sugar and can burn quickly. Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.