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Delight in the irresistible combination of churros, cheesecake, and donuts with our Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies. This innovative dessert brings together the crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated exterior of churros with a creamy cheesecake filling, all encased in a soft, cookie shell. Perfect for dessert lovers and party-goers alike, these cookies are sure to impress. In this article, we will take you through a detailed recipe, the history behind churros, and tips for achieving the perfect cookie.

Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies! Soft, chewy cookie dough surrounds a creamy cheesecake filling, all coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress. With just a bit of prep, you can enjoy a batch of 24 delicious treats. Bake them fresh and watch them disappear fast! Your taste buds will thank you! 🍩💖
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Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough:

2½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 large egg yolk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon lemon juice

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

½ cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions
 

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

    Make the Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

      Assemble the Cookies: Take about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it into a disc. Place about 1 teaspoon of the cheesecake filling in the center and cover it with another 2 tablespoons of cookie dough, sealing the edges to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

        Bake the Cookies: Place the stuffed dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between them to spread. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes.

          Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar: While the cookies are cooling, mix the ½ cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon in a small bowl. In another bowl, melt the butter.

            Coat the Cookies: Dip each warm cookie in the melted butter and then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.

              Serve: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack. Enjoy your Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies as a delightful treat for any occasion!

                Prep Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 24 cookies