Description
These Irresistible Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies combine flavors from churros, cheesecake, donuts, and cookies for a delicious fusion treat.
Ingredients
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- 2½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (or dairy-free cream cheese)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup powdered sugar (optional)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (any variety, optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling by beating cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then refrigerate.
- Create the Cookie Base by mixing dry ingredients and creaming butter and sugar.
- Shape and Fill the Cookies by placing cheesecake filling in the center of flattened cookie dough discs.
- Chill the filled cookies for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-14 minutes until edges are set.
- Create the Churro Magic by rolling warm cookies in sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- Add the Optional Donut Glaze by drizzling over cooled cookies if desired.
Notes
Ensure cookies are sealed properly to prevent leaking during baking. These cookies can be made ahead and stored in airtight containers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: churro, cheesecake, cookies, dessert, fusion desserts, sweet treats