Print

Irresistible Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar

Irresistible Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar
Print Recipe

Irresistible Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar combine a crispy, cinnamon-spiced churro cookie exterior with a smooth, creamy cheesecake filling. These cookies are coated in a warm cinnamon sugar blend, creating the perfect balance between crunch and creaminess. Ideal for sharing or indulging any time, they offer a unique and flavorful dessert experience that is simple to prepare from pantry staples.

Ingredients

Scale

Churro Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Churro Cookie Dough: Start by creaming together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet, creating a smooth dough that’s soft but holds together.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until silky smooth. Add an egg to help maintain creaminess while baking and mix just until combined to avoid overworking the filling.
  3. Assemble the Cookies: Divide the churro dough into small balls and flatten them slightly. Place a spoonful of cheesecake filling in the center of one flattened dough ball, then carefully cover with another flattened dough ball, sealing the edges well to enclose the filling.
  4. Bake and Coat: Bake the cookies at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and set. While still warm, roll the cookies generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture to capture the iconic churro coating.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on a wire rack to set the filling and crisp the exterior. Once cooled, enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter, cream cheese, and eggs to ensure smooth dough and filling.
  • Pinch cookie edges firmly to avoid leaks during baking.
  • Do not overbake; cookies should be just set and lightly golden for best texture.
  • Adjust cinnamon quantity in the cinnamon sugar mix to suit your spice preference.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely to let the cheesecake filling firm up for easy handling.

Nutrition

Keywords: churro cookies, cheesecake cookies, cinnamon sugar cookies, dessert, baked cookies, creamy filling

Find it online: https://emillycooks.com/irresistible-churro-cheesecake-donut-cookies-with-cinnamon-sugar/