Description
Easy Churro Crinkle Cookies are soft, cinnamon-spiced treats coated with a cinnamon-sugar mixture and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a delightful crinkle effect. These cookies combine the warm flavors of churros with a tender, chewy texture, perfect for any occasion or as a sweet snack.
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 (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
- Powdered sugar (for crinkle effect, quantity as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a dough forms, ensuring not to overmix.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to firm it up for easier handling.
- Prepare Coating: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the coating.
- Shape and Coat Cookies: Scoop 1 tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll each into a ball, and generously coat in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Tray: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are slightly puffed and have developed their signature crinkled appearance.
- Cool and Finish: Let the cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Optionally, dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar to enhance the crinkle effect.
Notes
- Refrigerating the dough is crucial to prevent spreading and to make it easier to roll.
- For a more intense cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon in the dough or the coating.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- If you like a crunchier cookie, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes, but watch closely to avoid burning.
- Using parchment paper ensures easy cookie removal and minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: churro cookies, cinnamon cookies, crinkle cookies, easy cookie recipe, cinnamon sugar cookies
