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A close-up of several chewy churro cookies, coated in cinnamon sugar, on a white plate.

Chewy Churro Cookies That Taste Like a Warm Hug!

These chewy churro cookies are inspired by the classic fair treat, offering a comforting flavor with a delightful texture. They are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Churro Cookie Dough
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened regular or dairy free
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups + 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cinnamon Sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Churro Buttercream (Optional)
  • 2/3 cup butter, softened regular or dairy free
  • 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2-2 1/4 cup powdered sugar icing sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 Tablespoons milk as needed, regular or dairy free
  • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon salt start with smaller amount then taste and adjust as needed

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand mixer
  • stand mixer
  • Large Bowl
  • Shallow bowl
  • Plate

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or in a stand mixer, beat the butter with the granulated sugar and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and egg and beat until combined.
  4. Mix in the flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon, mixing until just combined.
  5. Roll the cookie dough into 1 ½ tablespoon sized cookie dough balls.
  6. In a shallow bowl or on a large plate, mix the cinnamon sugar ingredients together.
  7. Roll each cookie dough ball in the cinnamon sugar coating until fully coated.
  8. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set. They won’t be golden brown so don't over-bake!
  9. Make the buttercream while the cookies cool. In a large bowl, combine butter with 2 cups of powdered sugar, vanilla extract, ⅛ teaspoon of salt, cinnamon and brown sugar.
  10. Mix and add more powdered sugar if needed. Add milk if it doesn’t look creamy enough, starting with 1 tablespoon. Taste and adjust if needed!
  11. Spread or pipe the frosting onto each completely cooled cookie and enjoy!

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed within a few days of baking. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.

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