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Simple Churro Cheesecake

A delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and crunchy churros, topped with cinnamon sugar, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Spanish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cheesecake filling
  • 1 package cream cheese Room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar For sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor
  • 1 cup sour cream Room temperature
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For structure
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted To bind the crust
  • 1 egg egg Room temperature
For the churro topping
  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar For topping
  • 1 package pre-made churro dough Cut into small pieces

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until combined.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, melted butter, and cinnamon sugar.
  5. Add the egg to the cream cheese mixture and blend until smooth.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch springform pan.
  7. Top with small pieces of churro dough.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40-50 minutes until the center is set.
  2. Cool completely then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Serving
  1. Slice the cheesecake, sprinkle with extra cinnamon sugar, and serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing. This cheesecake can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.