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Cinnamon Sugar Churro Crinkle Cookies for Cozy Winter Nights

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These Cinnamon Sugar Churro Crinkle Cookies bring the cozy flavors of churros into a soft, chewy cookie form. Perfect for winter nights, they feature a delightful cinnamon sugar coating and a rich, slightly chocolatey dough that’s easy to prepare and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Dough

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour (Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version)
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (Omit for a classic churro taste)
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder (Ensure it’s fresh)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt (Use kosher or table salt)
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar (Adjust for desired sweetness)
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar (Dark brown sugar adds more flavor)
  • 2 large Eggs (For vegan option, use flax eggs)
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract (Use pure extract for best taste)

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 2 tbsp Ground cinnamon (Preferably freshly ground)
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar (Adjust to taste)

For Dusting (Optional)

  • 1 cup Powdered sugar (Optional for a festive dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt ensuring an even distribution of rising agents and flavors.
  3. Beat Sugar and Eggs: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, blending gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle and helping to develop flavors.
  6. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix ground cinnamon and granulated sugar to create the signature churro coating.
  7. Shape and Coat Cookies: Scoop the chilled dough into balls using a spoon or cookie scoop, then roll each ball generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops have cracks, showing the crinkle effect.
  9. Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Optional Dusting: For an extra festive touch, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Omit cocoa powder if you prefer the traditional churro flavor focused on cinnamon and sugar.
  • Fresh baking powder ensures proper rise and texture.
  • For a vegan option, replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water per egg).
  • Adjust cinnamon sugar coating amount based on your preferred sweetness and spice level.
  • Do not overbake to maintain the soft and chewy texture.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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