Description
These Cinnamon Sugar Churro Cookies combine the classic flavors of churros into a convenient, baked cookie form. Featuring a soft, buttery dough coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture, these cookies offer a delightful twist on the traditional fried churro. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside, they make a fantastic treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Boil Butter and Water: In a saucepan, combine the unsalted butter and water and bring the mixture to a boil. This step helps melt the butter evenly and prepares the dough base.
- Incorporate Flour: Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the all-purpose flour until the mixture comes together and forms a ball, indicating the dough is ready for the eggs.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to fully incorporate. Then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Shape the Dough: Using a piping bag or spoon, portion dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Spacing them properly will ensure even baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn a golden brown color. This ensures a crisp exterior and soft interior.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: While the cookies bake, mix the sugar and ground cinnamon together in a small bowl to create the churro coating.
- Coat Cookies: When the cookies are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated to lock in the churro flavor and add a sweet, crunchy finish.
Notes
- Use a piping bag with a star tip for a more traditional churro shape and texture.
- Rolling the cookies while warm helps the cinnamon sugar stick better.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- You can adjust cinnamon quantity to your preference for more or less spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
