Description
Churro cheesecake cookies are a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts, uniting the crispy, cinnamon-sugar exterior of churros with the creamy richness of cheesecake. Each bite delivers a warm, comforting experience, making them perfect for celebrations or cozy nights at home. Quick to prepare and bound to impress, these cookies will be the star of any dessert table!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with a splash of vanilla until smooth.
- Scoop dough into balls, flatten slightly, add cream cheese filling in the center, then roll back into balls.
- Roll each cookie in cinnamon sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Customize your cookies by adding chocolate chips or experimenting with spices like pumpkin spice during fall. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.