Description
Churro cheesecake cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly marries the warm, cinnamon-sugar flavors of churros with the creamy richness of cheesecake. With a golden-brown exterior and a luscious center, these cookies are ideal for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy evenings at home. Indulge in these sweet bites that will impress your friends and satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon (divided)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp baking soda
- For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating: 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Sift in flour, baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- In a separate bowl, mix granulated sugar and remaining cinnamon for the coating. After baking for about 10-12 minutes, roll warm cookies in this mixture.
- Transfer cookies to a cooling rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg