Churro Cheesecake
Churro Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the sweet, nostalgic flavors of churros. This indulgent treat features a crispy cinnamon-sugar crust and a luscious filling, making it perfect for any celebration or simply as a sweet escape. Easy to make and visually impressive, this cheesecake will wow your guests and leave them wanting more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (for crust and topping)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and cinnamon sugar. Press this mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add in sugar and sour cream; blend well. Mix in vanilla extract and eggs one at a time until combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Let cool in the oven for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Before serving, dust with extra cinnamon sugar and slice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a lighter texture, consider using mascarpone instead of cream cheese or mix in chocolate chips for added richness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.