Description
A delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and churro flavors, perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz Cream Cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 ½ cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
- ½ cup Butter (melted)
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and a couple of tablespoons of sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth, then gradually mix in sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Add ground cinnamon and swirl it into the filling.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Mix melted butter with sugar and cinnamon just before serving and sprinkle on top.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream. For gluten-free, use almond flour instead of graham cracker crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Churro, Cheesecake, Thanksgiving Dessert, Family Recipe, Holiday Baking