Description
Delightful bite-sized churro alternatives that are baked for a healthier twist on a classic treat, coated in cinnamon sugar for a sweet indulgence without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or oil.
- In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Form small bite-sized pieces and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
For a fall twist, swap cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice. Consider adding chocolate chips for extra indulgence. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: churros, baked churros, healthy desserts, cinnamon sugar, snack recipes