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Churro Crinkle Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar Recipe

Churro Crinkle Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar Recipe
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These Churro Crinkle Cookies are a delightful fusion of rich cocoa and warm cinnamon sugar, inspired by the classic churro. Perfectly soft and slightly chewy, they feature a beautiful crinkle top coated in aromatic cinnamon sugar, making them a delicious dessert or snack with a Mexican-American twist.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coating

  • ½ cup cinnamon sugar (for coating) – made from mixing granulated sugar with ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and cocoa throughout the dough.
  3. Cream Sugars and Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can lead to tough cookies.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to roll into balls and helping the cookies hold their shape while baking.
  6. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar with ground cinnamon to create the classic churro-inspired coating.
  7. Shape and Coat Cookies: Roll the chilled dough into balls, then generously coat each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture to ensure full coverage for that delicious cinnamon flavor and crackled appearance after baking.
  8. Bake: Place the coated cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are set and the tops begin to crackle.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their texture.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to maintain freshness.
  • Freeze cookies in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months for longer storage.
  • Reheat frozen cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes to enjoy them warm and soft.

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Keywords: Churro, Crinkle Cookies, Cinnamon Sugar, Dessert, Baking

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