Caramel Cheesecake-Stuffed Churro Rings
Delightfully crispy churro rings filled with creamy cheesecake and drizzled with caramel, perfect for impressing guests or indulging yourself.
Ingredients
Churro Dough
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter adds richness
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs add one at a time
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor seasoning
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating and Garnish
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar for cinnamon-sugar coating
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for coating
- Vegetable oil for frying enough for deep frying
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring water, butter, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Remove from heat, stir in flour until fully combined. Return to heat and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Let the dough cool for a few minutes, then stir in eggs one at a time until smooth. Add vanilla extract.
Frying
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to about 350°F (175°C).
- Beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy for the filling.
- Pipe churro dough into circular rings (3-4 inches in diameter) into hot oil. Fry each for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove churros from oil and let them drain on paper towels.
Coating and Assembling
- Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish.
- Once churro rings are slightly cooled, roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Pipe cheesecake filling into the center of each churro ring and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
For best results, use a candy thermometer for oil temperature. Options include adding nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar or sea salt to the caramel sauce.