Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

sugar

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

8 unit

Pillsbury refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

2 tbsp

butter

melted

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2
~2 min

In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon.

Step 3
~2 min

Unroll crescent roll dough.

Step 4
~2 min

Separate into 4 rectangles (or cut from dough sheet).

Step 5
~2 min

Press each rectangle to 6x4 inches, sealing perforations.

Step 6
~2 min

Brush 2 rectangles with melted butter.

Step 7
~2 min

Sprinkle with half of the sugar mixture.

Step 8
~2 min

Top each with remaining rectangle.

Step 9
~2 min

Press edges lightly.

Step 10
~2 min

Brush tops with remaining melted butter.

Step 11
~2 min

Cut each stack lengthwise into 6 strips.

Step 12
~2 min

Twist each strip 3 times.

Step 13
~2 min

Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Step 14
~2 min

Bake 9-11 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 15
~2 min

Brush tops with any remaining melted butter.

Step 16
~2 min

Sprinkle with remaining sugar mixture.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of white sugar.

Serve with chocolate sauce or dulce de leche for dipping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepped ahead and kept refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm.

Serve with coffee or hot chocolate.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican hot chocolate
Vanilla ice cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Churros are a popular street food and dessert in Mexico and Spain.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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