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Churro Cheesecake


  • Author: Grace Miller
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

Churro cheesecake combines the crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated churro with rich, creamy cheesecake. This unique dessert features a buttery, flaky crust and a luscious filling, perfect for any occasion. Here’s how to make it from scratch.


Ingredients

  • Cream Cheese: 2 packages (16 oz total), softened
  • Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
  • Puff Pastry or Crescent Roll Dough: 2 sheets or 2 cans
  • Butter: 4 tablespoons, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Roll out puff pastry or crescent roll dough and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. Press one layer of dough into the bottom of the pan and brush with melted butter.
  4. Sprinkle with a mix of 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tbsp cinnamon.
  5. In a large bowl, beat 16 oz softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup sugar, then 2 eggs (one at a time), and 1 tsp vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
  6. Pour the cheesecake filling over the dough and spread evenly.
  7. Cover with another layer of dough, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.

Notes

Optional Add-ins:

  • Nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Chocolate Chips: 1/2 cup
  • Caramel Sauce: for drizzling
  • Fresh Fruits: for serving
  • Nuts: 1/2 cup, chopped
  • Cocoa Powder: 1 tablespoon
  • Honey or Maple Syrup: for drizzling
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 9g
  • Calories: 100kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 18mg