Irresistible Cream Cheese Churro Cookies: A Sweet and Tangy Delight

If you love the classic flavors of churros but want something a little different, these Cream Cheese Churro Cookies are the perfect treat. Combining a buttery, cinnamon-sugar-coated cookie with a creamy cheesecake-like filling, these cookies offer the best of both worlds—crunchy, soft, and tangy all at once.

Ingredients:

For the Cookie Dough:

• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

• 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions:

1. Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
   • In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
   • Scoop small teaspoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined tray and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Cookie Dough:
   • In a mixing bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
   • Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
   • Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
   • Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten it, and place a frozen cream cheese filling in the center.
   • Cover with another piece of dough, seal the edges, and roll into a ball.
   • Place cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
4. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
   • Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
   • Brush warm cookies with melted butter and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Let the cookies cool slightly before serving.
   • Enjoy their crispy, cinnamon-sugar coating and creamy, tangy center!

These Cream Cheese Churro Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic churro, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings. Serve them warm with coffee or hot chocolate for the ultimate treat!