Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Churro Cookies, a perfect fusion of soft, chewy cookies and the iconic flavors of churros. These irresistible treats are generously coated in cinnamon sugar and filled with gooey chocolate, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply treating yourself after dinner, these cookies are sure to impress. With their warm, comforting spices and decadent filling, they bring warmth and joy to every bite. Plus, they’re easy to make! Gather your ingredients and prepare for a baking adventure that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup sugar (for rolling)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (for rolling)
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chocolate chunks (for stuffing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Prepare a cinnamon-sugar coating by mixing sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Take about one tablespoon of dough, flatten it, place a few chocolate chips in the center, and seal it.
- Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg