Sweet Churro Donut Bites
Sweet Churro Donut Bites bake into soft cinnamon bites coated with butter, cinnamon sugar, and a glossy chocolate drizzle. They are a fun make-ahead dessert for parties, movie nights, and weekend baking with kids.
Equipment
- Mini muffin pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Cooling rack
- Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon for batter
- 1 1/3 cups milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar for batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled to room temperature
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar for topping
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted and kept warm for topping
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon for topping
- 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate for drizzle
- 2 tbsp heavy cream for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a mini muffin pan well.
- Whisk eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, milk, sugar, and cooled melted butter until smooth.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt just until the batter comes together.
- Spoon batter into the prepared pan, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden around the edges.
- Brush warm bites with melted butter, roll in cinnamon sugar, and drizzle with melted chocolate cream.
Notes
Storage: Store cooled bites in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze uncoated baked bites for up to 2 months, then reheat and add fresh butter, cinnamon sugar, and drizzle.
Reheating: Warm in a 300°F oven for 5 to 7 minutes, or microwave briefly until just soft.
Expert Tips: Coat the bites while warm so the cinnamon sugar clings, but let them cool slightly so they do not break.
Variations: Try caramel drizzle, semi-sweet chocolate, orange zest, or a small pinch of nutmeg in the topping.
Serving Ideas: Serve on party trays, movie night boards, birthday dessert tables, or with hot chocolate for a cozy treat.