Description
These Cinnamon Sugar Churro Cookies are soft, chewy, and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend, just like your favorite churros! With warm cinnamon flavors and a buttery texture, they’re the perfect treat for any occasion. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate!
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 3: Coat the Cookies in Cinnamon Sugar
- In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar for the coating.
- Roll the cookie dough into 1-inch balls, then coat each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Step 4: Bake the Cookies
- Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!
- These churro cookies are best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
- Serve them with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate for a delightful treat!
Notes
- For extra softness, slightly underbake the cookies and let them finish setting as they cool.
- For a crispier texture, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
