Description
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of flavors with Churro Cheesecake Cookies. These delightful treats feature a crispy exterior that gives way to a rich, creamy cheesecake center, enveloped in a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies are an experience that will impress your family and friends with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cinnamon-sugar mixture (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Scoop cookie dough into balls and flatten slightly. Place about a teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center and fold the dough around it.
- Roll each cookie ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture before placing them on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg