Description
Churro Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful combination of two beloved desserts: churros and cheesecake. These soft, chewy cookies are coated in cinnamon sugar, with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling in the center. Perfectly balanced with a crispy exterior and a smooth interior, these cookies are an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Rolling:
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
Make the cheesecake filling: In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Assemble the cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it slightly with your hands. Place about 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center, then top with another tablespoon of cookie dough. Gently pinch the edges together to seal the filling inside.
Roll the cookies: Roll each filled cookie dough ball in the cinnamon and sugar mixture, coating it evenly.
Bake: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
You can freeze these cookies before baking. Just roll them in cinnamon sugar and freeze the dough balls. Bake directly from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
For a fun variation, try adding chocolate chips to the cookie dough for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
