Description
These Churro Cheesecake Cookie Butter Bites combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, cinnamon-sugar flavors of churros, all on a sweet sugar cookie crust. Perfectly bite-sized and easy to make, they’re an irresistible treat for dessert lovers who enjoy a fusion of decadent textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup cookie butter (speculoos spread)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Cookie Crust
- 1 package refrigerated sugar cookie dough (about 16 oz)
Churro Coating
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Prepare the cheesecake layer: In a medium-sized bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, cookie butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and mix until well combined. Set aside this luscious cheesecake mixture.
- Prepare the churro bites: Unwrap the refrigerated sugar cookie dough and break it into small pieces. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a solid cookie crust layer.
- Add the cheesecake layer: Pour the cheesecake and cookie butter mixture over the sugar cookie dough crust, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake layer is set and the edges of the cookie dough turn golden brown. The center should feel slightly firm when lightly touched.
- Prepare the churro coating: While the bites are baking, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl to create the signature churro sugar mixture. Remove the baked dessert from oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Coat in churro sugar: Brush the top of the warm baked dessert with melted butter, then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top to coat, adding that perfect churro-like finish.
- Serve: Allow the dessert to cool completely at room temperature before slicing into bite-sized squares. Serve and enjoy these delightful churro cheesecake cookie butter bites!
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and a smooth cheesecake layer.
- Do not overbake; the cheesecake center should be slightly firm but still creamy to ensure a perfect texture.
- For easier slicing, refrigerate the dessert for at least an hour after it cools completely.
- You can substitute cookie butter with peanut butter or almond butter for a different flavor twist.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
