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
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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
