Save to Pinterest Crispy, fluffy waffles coated in sweet cinnamon sugar, delivering all the flavor of churros in a fraction of the time.
These churro waffles became an instant favorite in my household, perfect for busy mornings and sweet cravings.
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Ingredients
- Waffle Batter: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt, 1½ cups whole milk, 2 large eggs, ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cinnamon Sugar Coating: ½ cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted for brushing
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Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Iron:
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturers instructions.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl whisk together flour 2 tbsp sugar baking powder and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl whisk milk eggs melted butter and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Batter:
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined do not overmix.
- Cook Waffles:
- Lightly grease the waffle iron Pour batter onto the iron and cook until golden and crisp about 3–5 minutes per waffle.
- Brush Butter:
- While waffles are hot brush both sides generously with melted butter.
- Coat Waffles:
- In a shallow dish combine ½ cup sugar and cinnamon Dredge each waffle in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately optionally with chocolate sauce or whipped cream.
Save to Pinterest My family gathers every weekend to enjoy these waffles accompanied by fresh berries and laughter.
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Tips for Best Results
Toast finished waffles briefly in the oven for extra crunch and substitute dairy-free ingredients for lactose intolerance.
Variation Ideas
Try adding chocolate chips to the batter or topping waffles with dulce de leche for a decadent twist.
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains approximately 410 calories 18 g total fat 56 g carbohydrates and 8 g protein.
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Enjoy these churro sugar waffles whenever you want a cozy sweet treat made quickly and easily.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I achieve crispy waffles?
Cooking the waffles until golden brown and brushing them with melted butter before coating in cinnamon sugar helps create a crisp exterior.
- → Can I make these waffles dairy-free?
Yes, substitute dairy-free butter and plant-based milk to adapt for lactose intolerance or dietary preferences.
- → What toppings pair well with these waffles?
Fresh berries, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, or dulce de leche complement the cinnamon sugar flavor nicely.
- → Is it better to toast waffles after cooking?
For extra crunch, briefly toast the waffles in the oven before coating them with cinnamon sugar.
- → How long does preparation take?
The total time including cooking and preparation is about 20 minutes, making these ideal for a quick treat.
