Description
These Cinnamon Sugar Churro Cookies are golden, crisp on the outside, and tender on the inside with a delightful cinnamon sugar coating, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert. Inspired by traditional churros, these cookies bring the classic flavors in an easy-to-bake form.
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 the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Boil Butter and Water: In a medium saucepan, combine the unsalted butter and water. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium heat to melt the butter completely and prepare the base for the dough.
- Incorporate Flour: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in all the all-purpose flour until the mixture comes together to form a smooth, cohesive dough ball without lumps.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Let the dough cool slightly, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each to fully incorporate. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt for flavor balance.
- Shape Cookies: Using a piping bag or spoon, drop or pipe dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart as they will spread slightly.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cookies turn golden brown and puff slightly, indicating they are done.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: While the cookies bake, mix sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl to create the signature churro coating.
- Coat Cookies: Once removed from the oven, while cookies are still warm, roll each cookie thoroughly in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly, enhancing their flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best results, roll the cookies in cinnamon sugar while warm to ensure the coating sticks properly.
- You can use a star-shaped piping tip to create classic churro ridges on the cookies.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before stacking to prevent sticking.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based margarine.
