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.
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
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.
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.
Save to Pinterest 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.