Description
Indulge in the ultimate dreamy dessert with these Cheesecake Churro Cookies, combining the rich flavors of cheesecake with the delightful texture of churros. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon for rolling.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a creamier cheesecake flavor, you can add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the cookie dough.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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