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Churro Cookies

Vegan Churro Cookies with Gooey Chocolate Surprise

Indulge in these Vegan Churro Cookies, a delightful twist on traditional churros, featuring a gooey chocolate surprise.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 13 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon Ensure using ground cinnamon for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Check freshness before use.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Check freshness before use.
  • 1 pinch salt Can be omitted in low-sodium diets.
  • 0.5 cup dairy-free butter Coconut oil can serve as a substitute.
  • 0.75 cup sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 0.5 cup non-dairy yogurt Applesauce can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Consider using almond extract for variation.
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder Omit if a milder taste is preferred.
For the Chocolate Center
  • 4 oz chocolate bars Choose your favorite non-dairy chocolate.
For Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 0.25 cup sugar Used for rolling the cookies.
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon Mix with sugar to add flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together dairy-free butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually incorporate non-dairy yogurt, vanilla extract, and espresso powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour.
  6. Chop chocolate bars into squares and prepare cinnamon sugar coating.
  7. Scoop dough, place chocolate in center, seal and roll into balls, then coat in cinnamon sugar.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for 13 minutes.
  9. Let cool on tray for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature. Refrigerate for 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

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