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Stuffed Mexican Churro Cookies with Caramel Drizzle

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful stuffed cookies combining classic churro flavors with a creamy filling and a sweet caramel drizzle.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine butter, water, and salt over medium heat until the butter is melted.
  3. Stir in the flour and mix until it forms a ball. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  6. Pipe small circles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While cookies cool, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
  9. Fill cooled cookies with the cream cheese mixture using a piping bag.
  10. Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.