Cinnamon Sugar Churro Waffles (Printer-Friendly)

Fluffy waffles coated in cinnamon sugar for a quick, delicious sweet treat with churro-inspired taste.

# What You Need:

→ Waffle Batter

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - 1½ cups whole milk
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

09 - ½ cup granulated sugar
10 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
11 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour the batter onto the iron and cook each waffle for 3 to 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
06 - While waffles are warm, brush both sides generously with melted butter.
07 - Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Dredge each waffle in the mixture until thoroughly coated.
08 - Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by chocolate sauce, whipped cream, fresh berries, or dulce de leche.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make
  • Delicious churro flavor without the fuss
02 -
  • For extra crunch toast finished waffles briefly in the oven before coating
  • Use dairy-free butter and milk for a lactose-free version
03 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles fluffy
  • Brush waffles while hot to ensure cinnamon sugar sticks well
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