Description
Looking for the best cinnamon dessert? This simple churro cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake with the warm flavors of churros—perfect for dessert or brunch and so easy to make!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cookie crumbs or graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for crust)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for filling)
- Optional topping: cinnamon sugar, piped cheesecake rosettes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Mix crumbs, melted butter, and cinnamon, press into springform pan to form crust.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in cream, vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Pour filling into crust, smooth top, and bake until center is just set (about 45–55 minutes).
- Cool gradually, then chill in fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Top with cinnamon sugar or pipe cheesecake rosettes before serving.
Notes
- Don’t overbake for a crack‑free top.
- Use cinnamon graham crumbs for more flavor.
- Add salted caramel or nuts for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion