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Healthy baked churro bites served on a plate, topped with cinnamon sugar.
Callie Brooks

Healthy Baked Churro Bites

These Healthy Baked Churro Bites are warm, cinnamon-scented treats made with whole wheat flour and applesauce for a lighter, healthier dessert option. Kid-friendly and easy to prepare, they embody classic churro flavor without the frying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour Substitute with 1-to-1 gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar Can substitute with brown sugar or 1/3 cup maple syrup (reduce almond milk slightly).
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Plus extra for dusting.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce Adds moisture; can be substituted with mashed banana for sweeter bites.
  • 1/4 cup almond milk Can be substituted with any plant/dairy milk.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted Can be substituted with neutral oil or melted butter.
Dusting (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar Mix with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for dusting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together the unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently with a spatula until just combined, making sure not to overmix.
  5. Spoon the batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  3. Dust with cinnamon sugar if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store cooled bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave as needed. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a light texture.

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