Easy Baked Churro Bites
These Easy Baked Churro Bites are soft, warm, and coated in cinnamon sugar. They taste like classic churros but are baked instead of fried. A simple, delicious dessert anyone can make.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Cookie scoop (optional)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small bowls for coating
Ingredients
- For the Baked Churro Bites
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until just combined.
- Scoop small spoonfuls of batter onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden and puffed.
- In a bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar.
- Dip warm bites in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
Coat the bites while warm for best cinnamon sugar coverage.
Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay.
For extra crispiness, bake 2 minutes longer.
Serve with chocolate, caramel, or cream cheese dip.
Nutritional Facts (Approx. per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 165 |
| Carbohydrates | 24 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |