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Churro Cookies

Soft, chewy cookies inspired by the classic churro, dusted with a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Spanish
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 110 kcal

Ingrédients
  

Cookie Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is not melted.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Can be substituted with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Coating

  • 1/2 cup sugar For coating.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Take tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into balls.
  • In a shallow bowl, mix the sugar with the remaining cinnamon, then roll each ball in this mixture until fully coated.

Baking

  • Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
Keyword Baking, Churro Cookies, Dessert Recipe, Easy Cookies, Sweet Treats