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Churro Cheesecake Cookies

Soft cookies with a cinnamon-sugar coating and a creamy cheesecake center, perfect for sharing and indulging.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cheesecake filling
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For the cheesecake filling.
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon To mix into the filling.
For the cookie dough
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole-wheat pastry flour for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar For the cookie dough.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed Light or dark brown sugar can be used for different flavor notes.
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For rolling
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon For the rolling mixture.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar For combining with cinnamon.

Method
 

Making the cheesecake filling
  1. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth.
  2. Stir in the ground cinnamon. Cover and refrigerate to firm up.
Preparing the cookie dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the sugars until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla, and mix until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Shaping and baking
  1. Take about 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it, and place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center.
  2. Fold the dough around the filling to form a ball and gently flatten it.
  3. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  4. Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.
  5. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgSugar: 7g

Notes

For added flavor, consider variations like chocolate chips or pumpkin spice. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for 5 days.

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