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Churro Cheesecake Cookie Butter Bites Pan Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Churro Cheesecake Cookie Butter Bites are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and sweet cinnamon sugar cookie dough, baked to perfection and coated in a classic churro cinnamon-sugar topping. These bite-sized squares combine the rich flavors of cream cheese and cookie butter with a crispy, golden cookie base for a deliciously decadent dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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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 Dough Base

  • 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

  1. 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.
  2. Prepare the cheesecake layer: In a medium-sized bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, cookie butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the egg and mix thoroughly until well combined. Set aside this creamy cheesecake mixture.
  3. Prepare the churro bites base: 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 an even crust layer as the base for the cheesecake topping.
  4. Add the cheesecake layer: Pour the prepared cheesecake and cookie butter mixture over the cookie dough crust, spreading it evenly to fully cover the dough, creating distinct layers.
  5. 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 are golden brown. The center should be slightly firm to the touch but still soft.
  6. Prepare the churro coating: While the dessert is baking, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl to make the signature churro cinnamon-sugar coating.
  7. Coat in churro sugar: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Then brush the top with the melted butter, and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the entire surface for that classic churro crunch and flavor.
  8. Serve: Allow the dessert to cool completely before slicing into 16 bite-sized squares. Serve and enjoy these churro cheesecake cookie butter bites that blend creamy, sweet, and cinnamon flavors in every bite.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother cheesecake layer.
  • Using refrigerated sugar cookie dough simplifies preparation but can be substituted with homemade dough if preferred.
  • Cooling the dessert before slicing helps maintain clean squares and better texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For a more intense cinnamon flavor, increase cinnamon in the coating by 1/2 tablespoon.

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