Churro Kekos

Churro Kekos Recipe

Hello! We are going to prepare some delicious churro kekos, perfect to enjoy at any time. These sweets combine the crispy texture and typical churro flavor with the practicality of a homemade cookie. You'll be surprised how easy they are to make with basic ingredients. Plus, you can share them with your loved ones and experience a Mexican classic in a simple way.

Preparation time

Here is a breakdown of the times so you can organize your kitchen:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 15 minutes
• Total: 35 minutes
• Servings: 24 kekos
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the dough

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups cake flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 sticks unsalted butter (at room temperature)
• 1 ½ cups of sugar
• 4 eggs (at room temperature)
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

For the coating

• Extra sugar for sprinkling
• Extra ground cinnamon

If you don't have cake flour, you can substitute it with all-purpose flour and add 1 additional teaspoon of baking powder to maintain a soft texture. If you don't have unsalted butter, salted butter also works, just adjust the amount of salt in the recipe.

Utensils we will use

• Large mixing bowl
• Knife and board for measuring butter
• Measuring spoons
• Manual or electric whisk
• Baking tray
• Parchment paper or silicone mat
• Spoon or teaspoon for forming portions
• Small sieve for sprinkling cinnamon and sugar

Preparation

8. 1. Prepare the base dough

1. Mix dry ingredients. In a large bowl, sift the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon to avoid lumps and distribute the ingredients well.
2. Beat butter and sugar. In another bowl, beat the butter with the sugar until you get a creamy and pale mixture; this incorporates air, making the cakes softer.
3. Add eggs. Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition to achieve a homogeneous mixture.
4. Incorporate the dry ingredients. Gradually add the flour mixture to the bowl with the butter, mixing with a spatula. Do not overbeat to avoid hard cakes.

2. Form and bake the kekos

1. Preheat oven. Turn on the oven to 180°C to have the temperature ready when you finish preparing the dough.
2. Form the portions. With the help of a teaspoon or finger, take portions of dough and form walnut-sized balls.
3. Prepare the tray. Place baking paper or a silicone mat on the tray to prevent the kekos from sticking.
4. Arrange the kekos. Place the dough balls about 3 cm apart so they have space to expand.

3. Bake and coat the kekos

1. Bake kekos. Put the tray in the oven and cook for 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and when you touch the kekos you feel they are firm.
2. Prepare coating mixture. While the kekos are baking, mix sugar with cinnamon in a small bowl for the coating.
3. Coat hot kekos. Remove the kekos from the oven and, while still warm, gently coat them in the sugar and cinnamon mixture so that it adheres well and gives that characteristic churro flavor.

To finish and serve

Let the kekos cool a bit on a rack so they don't get soggy on the bottom. You can accompany them with coffee or hot chocolate. Store them in an airtight container to preserve their crispy texture and intense flavor. Remember, if you want to experiment, I recommend trying them alongside other Mexican desserts like Piloncillo Coyotas for a festival of flavors on your table.

I want to share these tips with you

• Butter at room temperature: This makes it easy to integrate well and avoid hard kekos.
• Do not overmix the dough: To keep the kekos soft and prevent them from becoming dry or dense.
• Use preheated oven: Ensures that the kekos are cooked evenly from the start.
• Coat when they are still warm: This way the sugar and cinnamon adhere better and offer full flavor.
• Store in an airtight container after cooling: Keep their crispy texture for longer.
• For a variation, try with a little chopped walnut in the dough: Adds a special touch and texture.
• If you don't have cinnamon powder: Use spices like ground clove in very small amounts to vary the flavor.

Nutritional Information per serving of Churro Kekos

• Calories: 150 kcal
• Proteins: 2 g
• Fats: 8 g
• Carbohydrates: 18 g
• Fiber: 1 g

These values are approximate and may vary depending on the final size of the keko and the quality of the ingredients.

5 keys for perfect Churro Kekos

1. Ingredient quality: Use fresh butter and recommended flours to achieve optimal texture and flavor.
2. Controlled temperatures: Eggs and butter always at room temperature to integrate better and avoid hard doughs.
3. Preheat the oven: Avoid them cooking unevenly; this way the coating sets better without burning the dough.
4. Form kekos of the same size: So that they bake evenly and there aren't some more raw or dry than others.
5. Coat while warm: So that the sugar and cinnamon penetrate and give that classic churro touch.

When is it ideal to enjoy it?

Churro kekos are perfect for family breakfasts or snacks. Their sweetness and texture make them an ideal companion for coffee on a cool afternoon or for surprising at casual celebrations. Furthermore, they are an excellent option for children's parties due to their shape and flavor; children adore them. Anytime you want something sweet and homemade, this recipe is a delicious and easy option.

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To maintain the line of delicious homemade sweets, I recommend experimenting with Nutella Cupcakes, ideal for chocolate lovers; or try some Nutella Neapolitans for a more elaborate snack. If traditional flavors appeal to you, the churros classics are always a reference, and for something fruity, don't hesitate to prepare Pineapple and Cranberry Kekos. This way you will enrich your days with variety and flavor.

This video guides you step-by-step in making kekos that recall the flavor of churros with a soft and crispy texture.

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Share your experience

After preparing them, I invite you to tell us how these churro kekos turned out for you. Did you try any tips or add an extra ingredient? Did you accompany them with chocolate or coffee? Cooking is for experimenting, so share your tricks and improvements so we can all learn and enjoy.

Culinary glossary to better understand the recipe

• Cake flour: a finer flour type with less gluten, which gives a soft and tender texture.
• Baking powder: chemical mixture that helps the dough rise and become fluffy.
• Coat: to cover a preparation with a dry ingredient or mixture, in this case sugar and cinnamon.
• Butter at room temperature: soft butter that allows for better beating and mixing.
• Ball the size of a walnut: small, rounded portion of dough to ensure even baking.