Baked Crescent Churros

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Baked Crescent Churros that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons sugar
	1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1 can refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
	2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine , melted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

136

Sugar

Fat

Churros are a popular snack food in Spain and Latin America, typically deep-fried and dusted with cinnamon sugar. This baked version of churros made with crescent dough is an easy and delicious way to satisfy your churro cravings without the guilt of deep-frying. The outside of these churros is crispy, while the inside remains soft and fluffy. Serve these baked churros warm for the ultimate snack or dessert experience.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3.	In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon.
4.	Unroll the crescent dough and separate the triangles.
5.	Brush each triangle with melted butter and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
6.	Roll each triangle into a crescent shape.
7.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
8.	Serve warm.

PROS

These Baked Crescent Churros are easy to make and a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried churros.

They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a delicious cinnamon sugar coating.

CONS

These churros are still high in carbohydrates and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They may not have the same level of crispiness as deep-fried churros.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Baked Crescent Churros are a healthier alternative to deep-fried churros and can still satisfy your sweet tooth.
Cinnamon has been linked to blood sugar control and reducing inflammation in the body.