Description
Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies are a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweet-spiced goodness of churros, all enveloped in a soft, donut-like cookie. Each bite offers an irresistible blend of textures and tastes, making them perfect for celebrations or cozy nights at home. Simple to prepare and utterly delicious, these cookies will quickly become your go-to dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat, softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Chill your dough for 30 minutes before baking to maintain cookie shape. - For added flavor, consider swirling in chocolate chips or drizzling with caramel sauce before serving. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.