These Churro Cheesecake Cookies are soft, buttery dessert bites filled with a creamy cinnamon-spiced cheesecake center and rolled in classic cinnamon sugar. Inspired by the warm flavors of churros and rich cheesecake, these cookies are indulgent, cozy, and impossible to resist.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Creamy cheesecake filling inside every cookie
- Warm cinnamon-sugar churro flavor
- Soft centers with lightly crisp edges
- Bakery-style cookies made at home
- Perfect for holidays, parties, or special treats
Churro Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
Cheesecake Filling
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour½ tsp baking powder¼ tsp salt½ cup unsalted butter, softened½ cup granulated sugar¼ cup brown sugar, packed1 large egg1 tsp vanilla extract½ cup cream cheese, softened¼ cup granulated sugar½ tbsp ground cinnamon½ tbsp ground cinnamon2 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
Step 4: Assemble the Cookies
Step 5: Coat in Cinnamon Sugar
Step 6: Bake
Step 7: Cool
Beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Stir in ½ tablespoon of ground cinnamon. Set aside.In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.Flatten 1 tablespoon of dough in your hand, place 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center, and wrap the dough around it. Seal completely, roll seam-side down, and flatten slightly.Mix cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Roll each cookie evenly in the mixture.Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.These Churro Cheesecake Cookies are best slightly warm, when the centers are extra creamy.
Notes
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Large egg
- Vanilla extract
Cheesecake Filling
- Cream cheese, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Ground cinnamon
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- Granulated sugar
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Cheesecake Filling
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in half of the cinnamon until fully combined.
- Set aside while preparing the cookie dough.
Cookie Dough
- In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
Assemble the Cookies
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten slightly.
- Place 1 teaspoon of cheesecake filling in the center.
- Carefully wrap dough around the filling, sealing completely.
- Roll gently into a ball and lightly flatten.
Coat & Bake
- Mix remaining cinnamon with sugar in a shallow bowl.
- Roll each cookie in cinnamon sugar until fully coated.
- Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
These Churro Cheesecake Cookies are best enjoyed slightly warm when the centers are extra creamy.
Tips & Tricks
- Make sure cream cheese is fully softened for smooth filling
- Seal dough completely to prevent filling leaks
- Do not overbake to keep centers soft
- Chill dough briefly if it feels too sticky
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 16–18 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Difficulty: Medium
Notes
A little cheesecake filling may peek through during baking — this adds charm and flavor.
Nutrition (Approx. per cookie)
- Calories: ~240
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 12 g
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, store baked cookies in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.
Do these need refrigeration?
Yes, due to the cream cheese filling.
Can I freeze them?
Yes, baked cookies freeze well for up to 2 months.
Storage
Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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- Cinnamon Sugar Cookies
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Conclusion
These Churro Cheesecake Cookies combine the best of two beloved desserts into one unforgettable treat. Soft, creamy, cinnamon-spiced, and bakery-worthy, they’re guaranteed to impress with every bite.