Churro Cheesecake Dessert Treat (Printable Recipe)

Creamy churro cheesecake with a cinnamon-sugar crust that’s perfect for sharing or sneaking a slice late at night.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 200g graham crackers, finely crushed
02 - 80g unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Cheesecake Filling

05 - 500g cream cheese, room temperature
06 - 150g granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 100ml sour cream

→ Churro Topping

10 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
02 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Press mixture into the base of the pan and bake for 8 minutes. Let cool completely.
03 - In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until just combined.
04 - Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the surface.
05 - Mix sugar and cinnamon for topping and sprinkle over the cheesecake. Bake for 40 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
06 - Turn off the oven and leave the door ajar for 1 hour. Remove cheesecake, let it cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Use full-fat cream cheese for optimal texture.
02 - Chilling overnight improves flavor and structure.
03 - Crescent rolls or puff pastry can replace graham cracker crust for variation.