Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Churro Cookies

Discover the magic of soft and chewy churro cookies, a delightful twist on the beloved traditional treat. These cookies combine a crispy cinnamon sugar exterior with a tender, buttery interior, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging on a cozy night, churro cookies capture the warm, comforting flavors of classic churros without the frying. Get ready to bake these easy-to-make cookies that bring joy and satisfaction in every bite!

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Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

Combine Wet Ingredients: Add in the egg and vanilla extract, then mix until fully incorporated.

Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; a few lumps are perfectly fine.

Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This helps the cookies maintain their shape while baking.

Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon. Set it aside for coating the cookies.

Shape the Cookies: Once chilled, scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.

Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: After shaping all the cookies, roll each dough ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture to fully coat.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden but the centers remain soft. Remember, they will continue to bake slightly on the sheet after being removed from the oven.

Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy: Once cooled, enjoy these scrumptious, soft, and chewy cinnamon sugar churro cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 1 hr | About 24 cookies