Tasty Churro Crinkle Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These Tasty Churro Crinkle Cookies combine the warm spices of cinnamon with a delightful crinkled powdered sugar finish. Soft on the inside and slightly crisp on the outside, they make a perfect treat for any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110g) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
- Powdered sugar (for crinkle effect)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Step 4: Mix in eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
- Step 6: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Step 7: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
- Step 8: Scoop out 1 tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, and coat generously in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Step 9: Place the coated balls on the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 10: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are slightly puffed and crinkled.
- Step 11: Let the cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar to achieve the crinkle effect.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the dry ingredients.
- Use vegan butter and egg substitutes to make these cookies vegan-friendly.
- Chilling the dough longer, up to 1 hour, helps prevent spreading and enhances the texture.
- Roll the dough balls in powdered sugar in addition to cinnamon sugar before baking for an even more striking crinkle appearance.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them fresh longer, you can refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in a warm oven for a few minutes to regain their fresh-baked texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, the dough can be prepared and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. Just cover it tightly with plastic wrap to prevent drying out.
Why do the cookies need to be coated in cinnamon sugar?
The cinnamon sugar coating gives these cookies their signature churro flavor and a sweet, crisp crust that contrasts beautifully with the soft interior.
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Tasty Churro Crinkle Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 57 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
Description
These Tasty Churro Crinkle Cookies combine the classic flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a delightful crinkled powdered sugar finish. Soft and chewy with a hint of spice, they are perfect for a sweet treat that reminds you of beloved churros in cookie form.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110g) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar (for crinkle effect)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper, ensuring a non-stick surface for your cookies.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to combine thoroughly.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the two large eggs and one teaspoon vanilla extract until the ingredients are completely combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a cohesive dough forms.
- Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to firm up and enhance the cookie texture.
- Prepare Coating: In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Form and Coat Cookies: Scoop out 1 tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll each into a ball, then coat generously in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Arrange Cookies on Tray: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are slightly puffed and have developed a crinkled appearance.
- Cool and Finish: Let the cookies cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar to enhance the crinkle effect.
Notes
- Refrigerating the dough helps prevent excessive spreading and creates a better texture.
- Rolling the dough balls generously in the cinnamon-sugar mixture is key to achieving the classic churro flavor.
- For an extra sugary finish, dust cookies with powdered sugar after baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: churro cookies, cinnamon sugar cookies, crinkle cookies, baked cookies, sweet treats, cinnamon sugar coating
