Description
A delightful fusion of churros and cheesecake in a cookie form! This easy churro cheesecake cookie recipe is perfect for dessert lovers who want a quick, simple, and absolutely delicious treat. With a creamy cheesecake filling and a cinnamon-sugar coating, these cookies are a guaranteed hit for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
- ½ cup sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- In another bowl, combine cream cheese and powdered sugar for the filling. Mix until smooth.
- Scoop a small amount of dough, flatten it, and add a teaspoon of cheesecake filling. Wrap the dough around it and roll into a ball.
- In a shallow dish, combine cinnamon and sugar for coating. Roll each ball in the mixture.
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra twist, drizzle melted chocolate on top of the cookies.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: churro cheesecake cookies, easy dessert recipe, cinnamon sugar cookies, homemade cheesecake cookies