Churro Donut Holes – Cinnamon Sugar Bliss!
If you’ve ever wished for the crispy magic of churros in an easy, bite-sized treat, Churro Donut Holes are your sweet dream come true. These golden nuggets are soft and fluffy on the inside, perfectly crisp on the outside, and generously coated in warm cinnamon sugar. Whether you’re planning a weekend brunch, a dessert tray for a party, or just treating yourself, these donut holes bring all the churro vibes without needing a deep fryer.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick & Easy: No yeast, no long rising time—ready in under 30 minutes!
Baked or Fried Options: Customize it to your preference.
Delightfully Coated: The cinnamon sugar blend is the real hero.
Kid-Friendly: These are fun to eat and make a great little hands-on kitchen project.
Ingredients
For the donut holes:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
1 large egg
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup milk
2 tbsp butter (melted)
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the coating:
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
How to Make Churro Donut Holes
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) if baking, or heat oil in a deep pan if frying. Lightly grease a mini muffin pan or prep a baking sheet.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk the egg and sugar until creamy. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Step 4: Combine
Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined—don’t overmix.
Step 5: Bake or Fry
Baking: Scoop the batter into the mini muffin pan and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
Frying: Drop spoonfuls of dough into hot oil and fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
Step 6: Coat in Cinnamon Sugar
While warm, brush donut holes with melted butter and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mix until coated.
Tips & Variations
Add a chocolate or dulce de leche drizzle for an extra treat.
For even more churro flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter.
Serve them warm for maximum deliciousness.
Final Thoughts
These Churro Donut Holes are dangerously addictive—in the best way. Crispy edges, fluffy centers, and that irresistible cinnamon sugar coating make them perfect for any occasion. Whether you bake or fry them, these treats bring churro joy straight to your kitchen—no carnival required!
Churro Donut Holes – Cinnamon Sugar Bliss!
Ingredients
- For the Donut Holes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven or Heat Oil
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) if baking, or heat oil in a deep skillet if frying. Lightly grease a mini muffin pan or prep a tray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and sugar until combined. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Make the Batter
- Slowly stir dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake or Fry
- To Bake: Fill mini muffin pan and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
- To Fry: Drop spoonfuls of dough into hot oil. Fry until golden on each side (2–3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- Mix sugar and cinnamon. Brush warm donut holes with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon sugar.
