Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Churro Cookies, where the classic flavors of cinnamon and sugar meet a soft, chewy cookie base. These irresistible treats are topped with luscious cinnamon buttercream, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion—from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations. Easy to make and fun to bake, these cookies are a fantastic way to treat yourself or impress guests. Whether enjoyed warm with ice cream or as part of a dessert platter, Churro Cookies will surely become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Cinnamon sugar (for coating)
- Cinnamon buttercream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, shortening, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; beat until light and creamy.
- Gradually add flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, baking powder, and cinnamon; mix until fully combined.
- Scoop about 1/4 cup of dough per cookie onto prepared sheets. Flatten slightly and roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling completely before frosting with cinnamon buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg