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Churro Crinkle Cookies

Churro Crinkle Cookies: Soft, Chewy & Cinnamon-Sugar Bliss

Churro Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy cookies coated in cinnamon sugar, combining the best of cookies and churros.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder No known substitutions.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Replace half with brown sugar for more moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can be used interchangeably.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract is preferred.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Fresh ground cinnamon will maximize taste.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Combines with cinnamon for that classic churro flavor.
Optional Topping
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Can be omitted if desired.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Churro Crinkle Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs together until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract into the sugar-egg mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  7. Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl for the coating.
  8. Scoop portions of the dough, roll into balls, and coat in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Place the cookie balls on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 60IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be made gluten-free or vegan with simple substitutions. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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