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Churro Cookies with Caramel and Chocolate Dipping Ganache Recipe

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  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x

Description

Churro Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic churro, featuring flaky puff pastry filled with soft caramel squares, baked to golden perfection, then coated with cinnamon sugar. Served warm with a rich and silky chocolate ganache dipping sauce, these cookies bring together the best of churros and cookies in a fun and indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies

  • 1 (17.3-oz.) box frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 9 soft caramel squares
  • 4 tbsp. melted butter
  • 3 tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Puff Pastry: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry. Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut out circles. Repeat the process with the second sheet of puff pastry.
  2. Assemble the Cookies: Place half of the puff pastry circles on the prepared baking sheet. Place a soft caramel square in the center of each circle. Top each caramel with another puff pastry circle and seal the edges by crimping them with a fork to prevent the caramel from leaking out during baking.
  3. Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Brush the top of each assembled cookie with melted butter, then generously sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the cookies to give them their signature churro flavor.
  4. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the puff pastry is fully cooked and puffed.
  5. Make the Chocolate Ganache Dipping Sauce: While the cookies bake, place the chocolate chips into a medium heat-safe bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for about 2 minutes to melt the chocolate. Then whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool slightly before serving.
  6. Serve: Remove the churro cookies from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with the chocolate ganache on the side for dipping, creating a rich and irresistible dessert experience.

Notes

  • Ensure the puff pastry is properly thawed to make it easy to work with and to achieve a flaky texture.
  • Use soft caramel squares for easy melting inside the cookies.
  • Take care not to overfill the cookies with caramel to prevent leakage.
  • For a dairy-free variation, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use coconut cream instead of heavy cream for the ganache.
  • Cookies are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days and reheated gently.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Churro Cookies, Puff Pastry Cookies, Caramel Cookies, Cinnamon Sugar Dessert, Chocolate Ganache Dip, Easy Dessert Recipe

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