This Churro Cheesecake is a viral dessert mashup that combines the warm cinnamon sugar crunch of churros with the creamy, indulgent texture of cheesecake—all layered between buttery croissant dough. Inspired by Mexican churros and American cheesecake, this dish brings together cultures in the most delicious way. It’s become a fan favorite on Instagram for its simplicity, visual appeal, and rich flavor. Whether you’re entertaining guests or just craving a cozy sweet treat, this recipe will bring smiles and joy to everyone at the table.
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Churro Cheesecake
Description
Churro Cheesecake is the ultimate fusion dessert made with cream cheese, croissant dough, cinnamon sugar, and a drizzle of sweet condensed milk. It’s baked to golden perfection and topped with fresh strawberries. Whether served warm or chilled, this dessert guarantees that “wow” factor with every bite.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling:
For the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:
For the Churro Cheesecake:
Instructions
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
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In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese, egg, sour cream, vanilla extract, and condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:
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In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon.
Assemble the Cheesecake:
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Brush a baking pan with oil or spray it with cooking spray.
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Sprinkle a layer of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on the pan.
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Lay out one sheet of croissant dough on top of the cinnamon sugar.
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Pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the dough.
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Place the second sheet of croissant dough on top of the filling.
Top with Cinnamon Sugar:
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Brush the top layer of dough with oil or cooking spray.
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Sprinkle more of the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the top.
Bake:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the churro cheesecake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
Serve:
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Let it cool slightly before serving.
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Garnish with fresh strawberries and drizzle with condensed milk, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 9
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 370kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Saturated Fat 13g65%
- Sodium 200mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
