Express Cinnamon Sugar Churro (Printable)

Crispy fluffy waffles with cinnamon sugar coating delivering churro-inspired flavor fast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Waffle Batter

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 1/2 cups whole milk
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
10 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
11 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your waffle iron following the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the whole milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until homogenous.
04 - Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron. Pour batter onto the iron and cook each waffle until golden brown and crisp, approximately 3 to 5 minutes per waffle.
06 - While waffles remain hot, brush both sides generously with melted butter.
07 - In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup sugar with ground cinnamon. Dredge each waffle in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
08 - Serve immediately. Optional accompaniments include chocolate sauce or whipped cream.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare in around 20 minutes
  • Combines the classic taste of churros with easy waffle making
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 the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy
  • Brush melted butter generously for the best cinnamon sugar coating
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