Description
Churro Cookies are an irresistible twist on the classic treat, featuring a soft and chewy texture that melts in your mouth. Coated in a delectable cinnamon sugar mixture and topped with rich churro buttercream frosting, these cookies deliver a delightful burst of warm flavors perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying a cozy night in, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, Churro Cookies will impress anyone looking for a delicious dessert. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for coating)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (for buttercream)
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar (for buttercream)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon (for buttercream)
- 2–3 teaspoons whole milk (for buttercream)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
- Beat softened butter, shortening, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until creamy. Gradually add flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon; mix until combined.
- Portion dough into balls and roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Bake cookies for 12-14 minutes until golden around edges; let cool before frosting.
- For the buttercream, beat room temperature butter with sugars and cinnamon until fluffy; add milk as needed for consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg