Description

Indulge in the warmth of our Cozy Thick Churro Cookies Recipe with Easy Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting. These delightful cookies combine a thick, chewy texture with a luscious cinnamon sugar coating and a velvety cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for cozy gatherings or quiet afternoons at home, this recipe embodies comfort and sweetness in every bite. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they also offer versatility for holidays and casual snacking alike. With straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create these scrumptious cookies that are sure to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
1 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon (for frosting)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
Roll dough into balls, coat in cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place on baking sheets.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden; let cool before frosting.
While cookies cool, beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
Spread frosting on cooled cookies.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg