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Easy Churro Cookies Recipe

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These Easy Churro Cookies combine the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a soft, chewy texture reminiscent of traditional churros. With a simple dough rolled in a cinnamon sugar coating and baked to perfection, they make a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour (Spoon & level for accuracy)
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda (Helps cookies rise)
  • 1/4 tsp Salt (Balances sweetness)
  • 1 1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon (Divided for dough & coating)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (Softened or browned)
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar (Packed)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar (Adds crisp texture)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract (Enhances flavor)
  • 1 large Egg (Room temperature)

Coating

  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar (For rolling cinnamon sugar)
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon (Mixed with sugar for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon until evenly combined. This ensures the cinnamon flavor is distributed throughout the dough.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened or browned unsalted butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or by hand until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined. This step incorporates air into the dough for a tender cookie.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated, creating a smooth and creamy base for the dough.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Shape Dough: Using a scoop or by piping, shape the dough into small balls or rings, as desired, preparing them for the signature churro shape.
  7. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to create the sweet coating for the cookies.
  8. Coat Cookies: Roll each shaped dough piece in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they are evenly coated, giving them their distinctive churro-style exterior.
  9. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
  10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft, ensuring a chewy texture.
  11. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the cookies set and avoids breaking.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can brown the butter before creaming it with the sugars.
  • Room temperature egg ensures better incorporation and a smoother dough.
  • Do not overbake; cookies should be soft in the center when you remove them from the oven.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • You can use a piping bag with a star tip to achieve more authentic churro shapes.

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