Express Cinnamon Sugar Churro (Printable)

Crispy fluffy waffles coated in cinnamon sugar, delivering churro-like flavor in minutes.

# What you'll need:

→ Waffle Batter

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - 1½ cups whole milk
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

09 - ½ cup granulated sugar
10 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
11 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

# Method:

01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In another bowl, whisk together the whole milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron, pour the batter onto the iron, and cook until waffles are golden brown and crisp, approximately 3 to 5 minutes per waffle.
06 - While waffles are still hot, generously brush both sides with melted butter.
07 - In a shallow dish, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Dredge each waffle in this mixture until evenly coated.
08 - Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by chocolate sauce or whipped cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make
  • Delicious churro flavor without the frying
02 -
  • For extra crunch toast finished waffles briefly in the oven before coating
  • Substitute dairy-free butter and milk for a lactose-free version
03 -
  • Do not overmix batter to keep waffles light and fluffy
  • Brush butter generously to help cinnamon sugar stick well
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