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Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies

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These Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies combine the best of three desserts in one irresistible treat! Soft, buttery cinnamon cookies are shaped like donuts and filled with a creamy cheesecake swirl, then finished with a nostalgic cinnamon sugar coating. Baked (not fried!) and full of cozy charm, they’re the ultimate crowd-pleasing cookie for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp cream of tartar

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 tsp salt

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla for the filling until smooth. Transfer to a piping bag or zip-top bag and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes.

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

  • Beat in eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.

  • Roll about 2 tablespoons of dough into a ball, then shape into a ring (like a donut) either by hand or using a donut mold.

  • Pipe a bit of the chilled cheesecake filling into the center groove of each ring.

  • Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are just turning golden. Do not overbake!

 

  • While still warm, coat the cookies in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Let cool on a wire rack and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can shape the rings by hand if you don’t have a donut mold — rustic is beautiful!

  • Be sure to chill the cheesecake filling before piping to help it stay put while baking.

  • These freeze beautifully — bake a double batch and thank yourself later.

  • For a fun twist, try flavored cream cheese or add a sprinkle of nutmeg to the dough.

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Keywords: churro cheesecake cookies, cheesecake filled cookies, donut cookies, churro dessert, cinnamon cookies, cinnamon sugar cookie

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