Cinnamon Cheesecake Donuts (Printable Recipe)
Donuts with cinnamon sugar crust and creamy cheesecake filling, golden and irresistible.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Donuts
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225 g cream cheese
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150 g unsalted butter, softened
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200 g granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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350 g all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
→ Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
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100 g granulated sugar
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Cheesecake Filling
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225 g cream cheese
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100 g granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
# Steps to Follow:
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Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon small portions onto parchment paper and freeze at least 1 hour.
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Cream butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla and mix until combined. Fold in flour, baking powder, and salt until dough forms.
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Divide dough into portions, flatten slightly, and place a frozen filling ball in the center. Seal dough around filling. Cut a hole in the center if desired.
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Roll shaped donuts in cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
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Arrange donuts on a baking sheet and bake at 180 °C (350 °F) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
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Allow donuts to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving to stabilize the filling.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure the cheesecake filling is fully frozen before baking to prevent leakage.
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Best served fresh, but donuts can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
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Prepare filling portions the day before to save time.