Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Churro Cookies, a sweet twist on a classic treat. These soft and chewy cookies are generously rolled in cinnamon sugar and topped with luscious buttercream frosting, creating a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Ideal for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet—these cookies promise to satisfy your sweet tooth with every bite. Their irresistible combination of buttery goodness and warm cinnamon makes them a crowd favorite that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (113g) butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (103g) shortening, room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 cups (375g) confectioners' sugar, sifted
- 1/3 cup (67g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2–3 teaspoons whole milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon for coating; set aside.
- Beat together softened butter, shortening, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until creamy. Gradually add flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon until dough forms.
- Scoop dough into balls, flatten slightly, roll in cinnamon sugar, and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat together room temperature butter, confectioners' sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon until fluffy. Add milk as needed for consistency.
- Frost cooled cookies and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg