Baked Churro Bites
Baked Churro Bites offer a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining a soft, fluffy interior with a crispy exterior coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. These bite-sized treats are perfect for snacking or entertaining and can be enjoyed warm with a side of chocolate sauce for an indulgent experience. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can satisfy your churro cravings without the hassle of frying!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (36 bites) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for coating)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, melt the butter and mix in the milk. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion out small mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, mix additional sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Once baked and slightly cooled, roll each churro bite in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg