Description
Learn how to make Churro Cheesecake Cookies! This recipe combines the warm, cinnamon-sugar flavor of churros with a creamy cheesecake element for an unforgettable cookie experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar + more for rolling
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, plus more for rolling
Instructions
1. Prepare for Baking: Setting the Stage for Success
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line Baking Sheets: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. This will prevent the cookies from sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: Ensuring Even Distribution
- Whisk Together: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. Cream Together Butter and Sugars: The Foundation of Flavor and Texture
- Combine Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer), cream together the softened unsalted butter, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Cream Cheese: Add in the softened cream cheese, and mix until incorporated.
4. Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Adding Moisture and Flavor
- Add Egg: Add the egg to the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
5. Gradually Add Dry Ingredients: Bringing the Dough Together
- Combine: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Tip: Be careful not to overmix the dough. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in a tough cookie.
6. Shape the Cookies: Preparing for the Oven
- Scoop Dough: Using a cookie scoop (or a spoon), scoop out portions of dough, about 2 tablespoons each.
- Place on Baking Sheets: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading.
7. Prepare Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:
- Combine: In a small bowl mix together the 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon.
8. Bake to Perfection: Achieving a Soft and Chewy Texture
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Check for Doneness: The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers should still be slightly soft.
- Roll in Cinnamon Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating them evenly.
- Cool on Baking Sheet: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This allows them to firm up slightly.
- Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
