Combine the flavors of churros, cheesecake, and donuts into one indulgent dessert! These cookies feature a soft, donut-like base, creamy cheesecake filling, and a cinnamon-sugar coating that’s perfect for any sweet occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Scoop into teaspoon-sized dollops and place on a parchment-lined plate. Freeze for 20-30 minutes.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Assemble the Cookies:
- Scoop 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough and flatten it slightly. Place a frozen cheesecake filling dollop in the center and wrap the dough around it, rolling it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
- Bake:
- Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly puffed.
- Coat in Cinnamon-Sugar:
- While the cookies are still warm, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Roll each cookie in the mixture to coat.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let cookies cool completely before serving to allow the filling to set.
Tips for Perfect Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies
- Freeze the filling: This prevents the cheesecake from melting too quickly during baking.
- Don’t overbake: The cookies should remain soft for the best texture.
- Extra indulgence: Drizzle with caramel or melted chocolate for a fancy touch.
Nutrition (Per Cookie)
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 60mg
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 2g
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