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Brown Butter Churro Cookies

These chewy, buttery cookies capture all the cozy cinnamon sugar magic of a traditional churro in a simple baked treat.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 6, 2026
Brown Butter Churro Cookies
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
12 minutes
Total
27 minutes
Serves
18 cookies

There is something truly special about the smell of cinnamon and brown butter wafting through the kitchen. These cookies are a favorite in my house because they have those crispy, sugary edges and a soft, chewy center that reminds everyone of a fresh fairground churro.

My top tip for this recipe is to watch your butter carefully while it browns. Once it starts to smell nutty and you see little golden bits at the bottom, pull it off the heat right away so it does not burn.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar mixed with 2 tablespoons cinnamon for rolling

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and continue cooking until it turns a golden brown color and smells nutty. Let it cool slightly.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the brown butter, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until smooth.

  3. 3

    Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and stir well.

  4. 4

    Gently stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft dough forms.

  5. 5

    Scoop the dough into balls and roll each one in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.

  6. 6

    Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  7. 7

    Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers still look soft.

  8. 8

    Sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top while they are still warm.

💡 Tips

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them soft for up to three days. If you want an extra treat, serve them warm with a side of dulce de leche or chocolate sauce for dipping.

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