Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies. These delectable treats combine the soft, buttery texture of cookies with a luscious cream cheese filling, all rolled in a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a festive celebration, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With their unique blend of churro and cheesecake flavors, they make an enticing addition to any dessert table. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, you’ll want to enjoy every last bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; stir until just combined. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth to create the filling.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop chilled dough, flatten it, place cheesecake filling inside, then cover with more dough and seal edges.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool slightly before rolling in cinnamon-sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg