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Churro Cruffins: Irresistibly Sweet and Flaky Delights

Churro Cruffins

A delicious recipe for churro cruffins that combines the flaky layers of a cruffin with the sweet, spicy flavors of churros.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sugar (for coating)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
  3. Add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract, and stir until just combined.
  4. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. While the cruffins are baking, mix together the sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  7. Once baked, remove the cruffins from the oven and immediately toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, let the melted butter cool before adding it to the batter.
  • You can also fill the cruffins with chocolate or dulce de leche before baking for an extra treat!

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Keywords: Churro Cruffins, dessert, pastry