Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies (Printer-Friendly Version)
Buttery soft cookies with creamy cheesecake centers and a warm cinnamon-sugar coating for cozy moments.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Cookie Dough
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227 grams unsalted butter, softened
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200 grams granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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5 ml vanilla extract
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375 grams all-purpose flour
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5 grams baking powder
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2.5 grams baking soda
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1.25 grams salt
→ Cheesecake Filling
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227 grams cream cheese, softened
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50 grams granulated sugar
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5 ml vanilla extract
→ Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
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100 grams granulated sugar
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7.5 grams ground cinnamon
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then blend in vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm.
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Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in sugar and vanilla extract until silky and well combined. Refrigerate to ease handling during assembly.
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat. Scoop 15 grams of chilled dough and flatten in hand. Place 5 ml cheesecake filling in center, then cover with another 15 grams of dough, sealing edges completely. Repeat for all cookies.
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Arrange cookies on prepared sheet, spacing at least 5 cm apart. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and cookies have puffed. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool fully.
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Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. While cookies are warm, roll each gently in cinnamon-sugar mixture ensuring even coverage.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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Chilling dough prevents spreading and helps maintain cookie shape. Use softened butter and cream cheese for smoother mixing. Avoid overmixing for tender texture. Seal edges tightly to prevent filling leakage.