Description
These Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Churro Cookies are a delightful treat with a perfect balance of warm cinnamon and subtle nutmeg flavors. Coated in a classic cinnamon sugar mix, these cookies offer a soft, chewy texture reminiscent of traditional churros, perfect for a comforting dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter together with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg, mixing thoroughly, then stir in the vanilla extract to add flavor depth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg by whisking. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet to allow room for spreading.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cookie edges turn golden brown, indicating they are perfectly baked yet soft inside.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, gently roll each one in the cinnamon-sugar mix to coat them evenly and enhance their flavor with a sweet, spicy crunch.
- Serve: Allow the cookies to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy their soft, chewy texture and warm cinnamon sugar flavor!
Notes
- For softer cookies, do not overbake; remove them once the edges just start to turn golden.
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming with sugars.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Rolling the cookies in cinnamon sugar while warm helps the coating stick better for maximum flavor.
- If you want a stronger cinnamon taste, increase the cinnamon in the coating by 1 teaspoon.
