Ingredients
– For the Crust:
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– For the Cheesecake Filling:
– 4 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 4 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
– For the Topping:
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
– 1 cup chocolate sauce (for drizzling)
– Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your Churro Cheesecake:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it lightly.
2. Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
3. Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to mix until fully incorporated. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Incorporate Cinnamon: Gently fold in the ground cinnamon until evenly distributed throughout the cheesecake mixture.
6. Pour into the Crust: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Bake: Place the springform pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
8. Cool: Once baked, turn off the oven and crack the door open. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about 30 minutes. Then, remove it from the oven and let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
9. Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to set properly.
10. Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Once the cheesecake has chilled, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously on top.
11. Drizzle with Chocolate: Drizzle the chocolate sauce over the top of the cheesecake just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 5g