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Tasty Churro Crinkle Cookies

Tasty Churro Crinkle Cookies
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Tasty Churro Crinkle Cookies perfectly balance crispy edges with a soft, chewy center infused with warm cinnamon flavor. Coated generously in cinnamon sugar, these cookies offer a delightful homemade look with charming cracks on the surface. Inspired by classic churros, they make a comforting sweet treat ideal for sharing or pairing with your favorite hot beverage.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients—flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt—mixing until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
  2. Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap or cover it well and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This firms the dough, making it easier to handle and helps the cookies keep their shape while baking.
  3. Roll and Coat: In a shallow bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar for the coating. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll each into a ball, and then roll each ball thoroughly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat completely. Place coated dough balls onto a prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until the tops develop cracks and edges turn lightly browned. The centers should appear soft but will set as they cool.
  5. Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they don’t become too soft or break apart.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for better creaming and lighter dough texture.
  • Chilling the dough is essential for signature crinkle formation and easier handling.
  • Ensure cookies are generously coated in cinnamon sugar for authentic churro crunch and flavor.
  • Slightly underbake the cookies for a chewy center with crispy edges.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days; include a slice of bread to maintain softness.

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