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Churro Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in this delightful Churro Cheesecake that fuses the crispy, cinnamon-sugar charm of churros with the creamy richness of classic cheesecake. Featuring layers of flaky puff pastry, a luscious cream cheese filling sweetened with condensed milk and maple syrup, and finished with a generous cinnamon sugar topping, this dessert is a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Cinnamon Sugar

  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

For Assembly

  • 4 ounces melted butter
  • 2 sheets puff pastry

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 320°F (160°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake layers evenly.
  2. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the sugar and ground cinnamon. This mixture will be used to coat the pastry layers, imparting the churro flavor.
  3. Make Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, eggs, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and maple syrup, mixing continuously until all ingredients are fully incorporated into a smooth batter.
  4. Prepare Baking Pan and Puff Pastry: Brush the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan with melted butter. Sprinkle a generous and even layer of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the butter. Roll out one puff pastry sheet to fit the pan size (9x13 inches) and carefully place it over the cinnamon sugar layer.
  5. Assemble Cheesecake Layers: Evenly spread the prepared cheesecake filling over the first puff pastry sheet. Then, roll out the second puff pastry sheet to the same size and lay it gently over the cheesecake filling. Brush the top layer with melted butter and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar evenly across the surface.
  6. Bake: Place the assembled pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the pastry to become golden and crisp while the cheesecake sets.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool for at least one hour to fully set before slicing into 8 servings. Enjoy this delicious fusion of churro and cheesecake flavors.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth, lump-free batter.
  • You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave nectar if preferred.
  • For a crispier pastry, avoid opening the oven frequently during baking.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/churro-cheesecake-recipe/