Lime and Pistachio Churro Glaze:
In a medium microwave-safe bowl combine 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios, 1 tablespoon butter, and 1 tablespoon agave nectar or light corn syrup. Microwave on 100 percent power (high) for 1 minute. Whisk in 2 cups powdered sugar, whisking until glaze is smooth. If desired, whisk in enough green food coloring, one drop at a time, to make the desired color. Sprinkle glazed churros with additional finely chopped pistachios. (Makes about 1 cup.)Nutrition analysis per serving: 884 calories, 8 g protein, 100 g carbohydrate, 52 g total fat (16 g sat. fat), 95 mg cholesterol, 2 g fiber, 70 g total sugar, 13% Vitamin A, 8% Vitamin C, 527 mg sodium, 4% calcium, 13% iron
Birthday Cake Churro Glaze:
In a medium microwave-safe bowl combine 1/4 cup whole milk, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon light corn syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Microwave on 100 percent power (high) for 1 minute. Whisk in 2 cups powdered sugar, whisking until glaze is smooth. Sprinkle glazed churros with multi-colored sprinkles. (Makes about 1 cup.)Nutrition analysis per serving: 855 calories, 6 g protein, 100 g carbohydrate, 49 g total fat (15 g sat. fat), 96 mg cholesterol, 1 g fiber, 74 g total sugar, 13% Vitamin A, 0% Vitamin C, 485 mg sodium, 5% calcium, 10% iron
Mexican Chocolate Churro Glaze:
In a medium microwave-safe bowl combine 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate pieces, 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon agave nectar or light corn syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Microwave on 100 percent power (high) for 2 minutes. Whisk in 2 cups powdered sugar, whisking until glaze is smooth. If desired, sprinkle glazed churros with finely chopped peanuts. Sprinkle with additional ground cinnamon. (Makes about 1 1/3 cups.)Nutrition analysis per serving: 1003 calories, 8 g protein, 112 g carbohydrate, 62 g total fat (24 g sat. fat), 106 mg cholesterol, 3 g fiber, 82 g total sugar, 16% Vitamin A, 0% Vitamin C, 514 mg sodium, 8% calcium, 22% iron
