Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies
These Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies offer a delicious combination of crispy churro dough, creamy cheesecake filling, and a donut-like texture. Perfect for dessert lovers looking for a unique, indulgent treat!
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth, then add egg yolk and vanilla.
- Scoop cookie dough, add a small spoonful of cheesecake filling, and seal the dough around the filling.
- Place dough balls on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
- While warm, coat cookies in cinnamon sugar.
- Let the cookies cool slightly before serving.