Description
Churro Cheesecake Cookies are a delicious fusion of flavors, blending the classic taste of churros with the creamy richness of cheesecake. Each bite offers a soft, chewy texture dusted with cinnamon sugar, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these cookies will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for coating)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and egg; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the cream cheese mixture until just mixed.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop heaping tablespoons onto lined baking sheets with space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Roll warm cookies in a cinnamon-sugar mixture and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for enhanced flavors and to prevent spreading during baking. Experiment with flavored cream cheeses or add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.