Churro Cheesecake Cookies Fusion (Printer-Friendly Version)

Soft cookies packed with creamy centers and rolled in cinnamon sugar for the ultimate sweet indulgence.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 225 grams unsalted butter, softened
02 - 200 grams granulated sugar
03 - 220 grams light brown sugar, packed
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 375 grams all-purpose flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Cheesecake Filling

10 - 225 grams cream cheese, softened
11 - 50 grams granulated sugar
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 1 egg yolk

→ Topping

14 - 50 grams granulated sugar
15 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
16 - 55 grams unsalted butter, melted

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 50 grams sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate the mixture while preparing the cookie dough.
02 - Preheat the oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together 225 grams softened butter, 200 grams granulated sugar, and 220 grams light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together 375 grams all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
04 - Use a cookie scoop to portion approximately 1.5 tablespoons of dough. Flatten each portion in your palm, place 1 teaspoon of chilled cheesecake filling in the center, and gently encase the filling by folding the dough around it. Roll into a smooth ball.
05 - Place the filled dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring at least 5 centimeters of space between each ball.
06 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
07 - In a small bowl, mix 50 grams sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. While cookies are still warm, brush each with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
08 - Enjoy warm or at room temperature for optimal texture and flavor.

# Handy Cooking Tips:

01 - Chilling the cheesecake filling ensures easier assembly and prevents leaking during baking.
02 - Careful rolling helps maintain the creamy center.

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