Express Cinnamon Sugar Churro (Print)

Crispy, fluffy waffles coated in cinnamon sugar for a quick, sweet treat.

# Components:

→ 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)

# Method:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron following the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to maintain waffle fluffiness.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron and pour batter onto it. Cook each waffle for 3 to 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
06 - Brush both sides of the hot waffles generously with melted butter.
07 - In a shallow dish, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon. Dredge each waffle in the mixture until well coated.
08 - Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by chocolate sauce or whipped cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crispy fluffy waffles coated in sweet cinnamon sugar
  • Delivers all the flavor of churros quickly
02 -
  • Use unsalted butter to control saltiness.
  • Do not overmix waffle batter to keep waffles fluffy.
03 -
  • Toast waffles for extra crunch before coating.
  • Brush melted butter generously to help cinnamon sugar stick well.
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