If you’re on the hunt for a dessert that combines the best of two worlds, look no further than these churro cheesecake donut cookies. Imagine the soft, chewy texture of a donut paired with the creamy, rich flavor of cheesecake, all wrapped up in a delightful cinnamon sugar coating. This is one treat that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
These cookies are perfect for sharing at gatherings, or simply indulging in during a cozy night at home. The warm, buttery flavor with hints of cinnamon and sugar will make anyone who tries them come back for more. Let’s face it, who can resist that sweet, cinnamon-infused goodness?
Delicious Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies
These churro cheesecake donut cookies offer a delightful balance of flavors, featuring a creamy cheesecake center surrounded by a soft, donut-like exterior, coated generously in cinnamon sugar. They’re irresistibly sweet with a hint of spice, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter and egg together. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Assemble the Cookies: Take a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it in your palm. Place a small dollop of the cheesecake filling in the center, then wrap the dough around the filling to form a ball. Repeat until all dough and filling are used.
- Bake: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Once the cookies are out of the oven, immediately roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 cookies
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
