Crispy Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies 🍪🧀✨
Golden, crispy, and coated in cinnamon sugar—these churro-inspired cookies hide a creamy cheesecake filling inside. A decadent twist that combines the best of churros, donuts, and cookies in one irresistible bite!
Ingredients 🛒
For the Cookies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions 👩🍳
- Cheesecake filling: Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Chill slightly for firmness.
- Cookie dough: Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- Shape: Scoop dough, flatten slightly, add a small spoonful of cheesecake filling, then seal and shape into donut-like rounds.
- Bake: Place on lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden.
- Coat: Brush warm cookies with melted butter. Roll in cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Serve: Enjoy warm for gooey cheesecake centers or cooled for a firmer bite.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Drizzle with caramel or chocolate sauce before serving.
- Variation: Swap cream cheese filling for Nutella or dulce de leche.
- Serving idea: Perfect with coffee, hot chocolate, or as a festive dessert platter.
Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: ~32 minutes
- Kcal: ~210 per cookie
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Crispy Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies—cinnamon sugar crunch with creamy cheesecake inside 🍪🧀✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you drizzle caramel or keep them classic?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next sweet craving.” • “Tag a friend who loves churros.” • “Cookies, donuts, cheesecake—all in one bite.”