Description
Churro Cheesecake Cookies combine the warm, nostalgic flavors of cinnamon with creamy cheesecake-infused dough, delivering a perfect balance of crunchy cinnamon-sugar coated edges and soft, tender centers. These easy-to-make cookies are ideal for sharing, versatile for any time of day, and perfect for those who love a unique twist on traditional desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Coating
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Dough: Beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine. This creamy base is what sets these cookies apart from traditional recipes.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the cream cheese mixture to form a soft dough. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour. Cooling firms the dough, making it easier to handle and helps the cookies bake evenly with better shape.
- Shape and Coat the Cookies: Once chilled, scoop dough into small balls. Roll each ball in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon to mimic the iconic churro coating, ensuring every bite has that crispy sugary crunch.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the coated balls on a lined baking sheet with space between each. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 12-15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers are set but still soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let your Churro Cheesecake Cookies cool on a wire rack before indulging to let flavors meld perfectly and avoid losing their iconic crunch.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and better texture overall.
- Don’t skip chilling the dough; it helps control spread and enhances flavor development.
- Measure cinnamon carefully; too much can overpower the cookie.
- Roll dough evenly for consistent cooking and perfect sugar coating.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: churro, cheesecake, cookies, cinnamon, cinnamon sugar, dessert, easy cookies, creamy, soft cookies, crunchy edges
