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Churro Cheesecake

Churro Cheesecake

This decadent Churro Cheesecake combines the crispy crunch of churros with the creamy richness of cheesecake for a truly unforgettable dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Mexican-inspired
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Churro Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup Sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 3 8-ounce packages Cream cheese, softened
  • 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup Heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 4 Large eggs
  • 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
Churro Topping
  • 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • Large roasting pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until moist. Press into the pan bottom and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  3. Make the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in heavy cream and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, chocolate chips, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter over the cooled crust.
  6. Bake: Place the springform pan in a larger roasting pan. Pour hot water halfway up the sides. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
  7. Turn off the oven; let cool with the door ajar for 1 hour. Cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Make the topping: Combine sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the chilled cheesecake.
  9. Slice and serve.

Notes

For a stronger churro flavor, you can add a teaspoon of churro spice blend to the crust and filling. Allow the cheesecake to come to room temperature slightly before serving for optimal texture.