Step 5: Preheat the Waffle Iron
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
If your waffle iron tends to stick, lightly grease the plates with a small amount of butter or nonstick cooking spray.
For the best texture, make sure the waffle iron is fully heated before adding the batter. A properly heated iron helps the exterior begin crisping immediately.
Step 6: Cook the Churroffles
Pour an appropriate amount of batter into the center of the preheated waffle iron. Avoid overfilling, since the batter will spread as the lid closes.
Close the waffle iron and cook until the churroffle is golden brown and cooked through.
Depending on your waffle iron, this may take approximately 3–5 minutes. Look for a deep golden exterior and crisp-looking edges.
Carefully remove the churroffle with a silicone or wooden utensil.
Repeat with the remaining batter.
Step 7: Coat Them in Cinnamon Sugar
This is where the waffles transform into churroffles.
While each churroffle is still warm, lightly brush both sides with melted butter.
Immediately place it into the cinnamon-sugar mixture and turn it gently until both sides are coated.
The warmth and butter help the cinnamon sugar cling to the surface, creating a sweet, slightly crunchy coating.
For extra texture, press the cinnamon sugar gently into the waffle’s ridges.
Step 8: Warm the Dulce de Leche
Place the dulce de leche in a small microwave-safe bowl.
Warm it in short intervals, stirring between each one, until it becomes smooth and easy to drizzle. Alternatively, gently warm it in a small saucepan over low heat.
Do not overheat it. You want the dulce de leche warm and pourable rather than extremely hot.
If it becomes too thick, stir in a very small amount of milk or cream until you reach your preferred consistency.
Step 9: Serve
Arrange the warm cinnamon-sugar churroffles on a serving plate.
Drizzle them generously with warm dulce de leche, or serve the dulce de leche in a small bowl alongside them for dipping.
For an extra finishing touch, add a light dusting of powdered sugar or a little additional cinnamon sugar.
Serve immediately while the churroffles are warm and crisp.
Tips for Perfect Churroffles
Don’t overmix the batter. Once the flour has been incorporated, stop mixing. This keeps the interior soft and tender.
Coat them while they’re warm. The butter and cinnamon sugar adhere much better to freshly cooked churroffles.
Don’t overcrowd the waffle iron. Too much batter can spill over the sides and make the waffles difficult to remove.
Keep cooked churroffles warm. If you’re making a large batch, place the finished pieces on a wire rack in a low oven rather than stacking them immediately. This helps preserve their crispness.
Warm the dulce de leche. Room-temperature dulce de leche works, but gently warmed dulce de leche spreads and drizzles much more easily over the warm churroffles.
Delicious Ways to Serve Them
For a simple presentation, serve the churroffles with a bowl of dulce de leche for dipping.
For dessert, cut them into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on a platter with warm dulce de leche, fresh strawberries, and banana slices.
You can also stack several churroffles and drizzle each layer with dulce de leche for a fun dessert-style presentation.
A scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side is another excellent option. The contrast between the cold, creamy ice cream and the warm cinnamon-sugar churroffle makes every bite especially satisfying.
Make-Ahead and Storage
Churroffles are best served fresh, when their edges are crisp and their cinnamon-sugar coating is fragrant.
If you have leftovers, allow them to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
To bring back some of their crisp texture, reheat them in a toaster, toaster oven, or waffle iron rather than relying solely on the microwave.
Store the dulce de leche separately and warm it gently before serving.
Final Thoughts
Cinnamon Sugar Churroffles with Dulce de Leche are proof that a simple waffle can be transformed into something completely different with a few flavorful finishing touches. The crisp waffle ridges provide the perfect surface for buttery cinnamon sugar, while the dulce de leche adds a rich caramel layer that ties everything together.
Whether you’re making them for a relaxed weekend breakfast, an afternoon sweet treat, or an easy dessert for guests, these churroffles are best enjoyed warm, generously coated, and served with plenty of dulce de leche for dipping.
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