WW Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies

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Hook – Quick Description:
Soft, cinnamon-sugar–coated cookies stuffed with a creamy cheesecake filling and shaped like mini donuts — a WW-friendly indulgence that combines the best of churros, donuts, and cheesecake in one bite.

Servings & Timing:

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: ~40 minutes
Yield: 24–30 cookies

Dietary Badges:

🍪 Dessert / Treat
🥛 Contains Dairy
🍬 Portion-Friendly (WW-tracked treat)

Ingredients (Checklist Style):

For the Dough:

Unsalted butter, softened
Granulated sugar
Eggs
Vanilla extract
All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Salt

For the Cheesecake Filling:

Cream cheese, softened
Granulated sugar
Vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

Granulated sugar
Ground cinnamon

For the Caramel Drizzle (optional):

Caramel sauce

Instructions (Concise & Numbered):

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment.
Cream butter + sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix into wet ingredients until dough forms.
Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon into piping bag.
Shape dough into balls, flatten into discs. Pipe cheesecake filling in a ring around edges, fold dough over, seal, and cut center to form donut shape.
Mix cinnamon + sugar in shallow bowl. Roll cookies in mixture.
Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart. Bake 12–15 minutes, until golden.
Optional: Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

Additional Notes:

Use a cookie cutter for even shapes.
Seal well so cheesecake filling doesn’t leak.
Caramel drizzle adds indulgence but is optional to reduce WW points.

Brief Introduction

These WW Churro Cheesecake Donut Cookies are a playful dessert mash-up that hits all the cravings: the warm cinnamon sugar of churros, the creamy tang of cheesecake, and the fun shape of donuts. Portion-friendly and indulgent, they’re a perfect treat for parties, family gatherings, or whenever you want to wow your sweet tooth.

Step-by-Step Cooking Guide

Making the Dough

Cream butter + sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla.
Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt to form smooth dough.

Preparing the Cheesecake Filling

Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until silky.
Pipe filling into bag for neat application.

Shaping the Donut Cookies

Flatten dough into discs.
Pipe cheesecake filling in a circle near edges.
Fold dough over, seal, then cut out centers for donut shape.

Cinnamon-Sugar Coating

Mix cinnamon + sugar in shallow dish.
Roll each donut cookie until fully coated.

Baking & Finishing

Bake at 350°F for 12–15 minutes, until edges golden.
Cool slightly.
Optional: drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

Tip: For extra crispiness, roll cookies in cinnamon sugar again right after baking.

Ingredient Details & Substitutions

Flour: All-purpose works best; swap with gluten-free blend if needed.
Cream Cheese: Light cream cheese works to save WW points.
Sugar: Use less sugar or a sugar substitute (monk fruit/erythritol) to lighten recipe.
Caramel Sauce: Store-bought or sugar-free caramel sauce for fewer points.

Variations & Serving Suggestions

Mini Cookie Bites: Skip donut shape and bake smaller filled rounds.
Chocolate Drizzle: Replace caramel with melted dark chocolate.
Holiday Twist: Add pumpkin spice to cinnamon sugar for fall flavor.
Serving Ideas:
- Pair with coffee or tea.
- Serve as part of a dessert platter.
- Gift in treat boxes for special occasions.

Storage & Make-Ahead

Storage: Keep in airtight container in fridge up to 5 days.
Freezing: Freeze unbaked dough discs (without filling) up to 2 months.
Make-Ahead: Cheesecake filling can be made 2 days ahead and chilled.

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Nutrition Facts (Estimated, per 1 of 24 cookies with regular ingredients)

Calories: ~180 kcal
Protein: 2g
Carbs: 22g
Fat: 9g
WW Points: ~6–7 per cookie (use light cream cheese + sugar substitute to reduce)

FAQs

Q: Can I make these without the donut hole shape?
A: Yes — just bake as stuffed cookies. Easier and just as delicious.

Q: Can I make them WW-lighter?
A: Use light cream cheese, reduced sugar, and sugar-free caramel drizzle.

Q: Can I use premade dough?
A: You could use reduced-sugar cookie dough for shortcuts, but texture will differ.

Q: Do they need to be refrigerated?
A: Yes — because of the cream cheese filling, store in fridge.

Personal Story (Optional)

These cookies came out of a craving for fair-style churros and a slice of cheesecake at the same time. The donut shape made them fun, but the flavor sealed the deal. My family now requests them for holidays — especially with caramel drizzle for extra indulgence.

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Rabia

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Rabia has been a chef in Dubai for over eight years and loves exploring different types of food. Through the blog Menu at the Table, Rabia shares the best places to eat in Dubai for every cuisine. Whether you want street food or a fancy restaurant, Rabia helps you find the perfect spot to enjoy delicious meals.