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Soft and Chewy Churro Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar Coating

Three soft, thick churro cookies coated in cinnamon sugar, with one cookie broken open to show the chewy interior.
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Create bakery-style churro cookies at home. These treats capture the essence of classic churros with a soft, chewy center and a generous coating of cinnamon sugar. This reliable recipe delivers exceptional taste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  6. In a shallow dish, combine the 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 3 tablespoons cinnamon for the coating.
  7. Scoop the dough into balls, about 1.5 tablespoons each. Roll each dough ball completely in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between them. You may gently press them down slightly.
  9. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. These cookies will firm up as they cool.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For an extra churro flavor, use brown butter for the base dough.
  • If you prefer a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling and baking.
  • These cookies taste best when eaten the day they are baked for maximum chewiness.

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