Disney-Inspired Mickey’s Churro Cookies Recipe

Introduction

Enjoy a fun twist on a classic treat with these Disney-inspired Mickey’s Churro Cookies! Made from simple refrigerated pie dough and coated with cinnamon sugar, they’re quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy snack or party treat.

Ingredients

• 1 package refrigerated pie dough (room temperature)
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Chocolate (for dipping, optional)
• Heavy cream (optional, for chocolate sauce)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven as directed on the pie dough package. Unroll the room temperature dough carefully to avoid cracking.
2. Step 2: Use a Mickey Mouse-shaped cookie cutter or any shape you like to cut cookies from the dough. Arrange them on a baking mat or parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Step 3: Brush each cookie lightly with melted butter to help the cinnamon sugar stick and create a rich flavor.
4. Step 4: Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered cookies.
5. Step 5: Bake the cookies, watching closely—they typically take about 5 minutes but follow package guidance. Remove when golden and crispy.
6. Step 6: For a chocolate dipping sauce, melt your favorite chocolate in the microwave at half power, stirring every 15 seconds. Mix in a splash of heavy cream until smooth.
7. Step 7: Serve the churro cookies warm with the chocolate sauce on the side for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• Let the dough come fully to room temperature to prevent cracks when rolling it out.
• Use leftover dough scraps to roll out again and cut more cookies to minimize waste.
• Try different shapes if you don’t have a Mickey cutter, or use a knife to carefully cut shapes freehand.
• For a richer flavor, mix a pinch of nutmeg into your cinnamon sugar blend.

Storage

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving to restore crispness. The chocolate dipping sauce should be refrigerated and warmed slightly before dipping.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough from scratch instead of using refrigerated pie dough?

Yes, homemade pie dough works great for these cookies too. Just be sure to roll it to an even thickness and chill it properly before cutting for the best results.

How do I prevent the cookies from burning while baking?

Since these cookies are thin and bake quickly, keep a close eye on them starting at the 4-minute mark. Baking time may vary depending on your oven and dough thickness.

Disney-Inspired Mickey’s Churro Cookies Recipe

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These Disney-inspired Mickey’s Churro Cookies are a delightful twist on classic churros, shaped like Mickey Mouse for a fun and festive treat. Made with easy refrigerated pie dough, brushed with butter, coated in cinnamon sugar, and baked to a golden perfection, these cookies are quick to prepare and perfect for sharing. Serve them warm with a rich chocolate dipping sauce for an irresistible dessert experience.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 12 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1 package refrigerated pie dough (room temperature)

Topping

• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Chocolate Dipping Sauce

• 1/4 cup favorite chocolate (chips or chopped chocolate)
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: Allow the refrigerated pie dough to come to room temperature completely to prevent cracking when unrolling. Carefully unroll the dough onto a clean surface.
2. Cut the Cookies: Use a Mickey Mouse-shaped cookie cutter (or any preferred shape) to cut cookies from the dough. Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Place the cookie cutter strategically to minimize dough waste, and save excess dough to reroll and cut additional cookies or make scrap cookies.
3. Add Toppings: Brush each cookie generously with melted butter to help the cinnamon sugar stick and add richness. In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered cookies.
4. Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven according to the pie dough package instructions. Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake, keeping a close eye as these cookies bake faster than a full pie crust. Most cookies bake in about 5 minutes or until golden and crisp around the edges.
5. Prepare the Chocolate Sauce: While the cookies bake, melt your chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at half power in 20-second intervals, stirring in between to avoid burning. Once melted, stir in the heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
6. Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly — they are best enjoyed warm. Serve with the chocolate dipping sauce on the side and enjoy your Disney-inspired treat!

Notes

• Use room temperature pie dough to prevent cracking when unrolling.
• Keep a close watch on baking time; cookies bake faster than full pie crusts.
• You can substitute heavy cream in the chocolate sauce with milk or a dairy-free alternative if desired.
• For extra crispness, you can double the cinnamon sugar layer by brushing again with butter after the first sprinkle and reapplying sugar.
• Leftover dough scraps can be rerolled carefully to minimize waste but avoid overworking the dough to keep cookies tender.

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