Save A delightful fusion dessert featuring crispy, cinnamon-sugar-dusted cones filled with creamy cheesecake and finished with a touch of chocolate. Perfect for parties or a fun family treat.
This recipe quickly became a favorite at family gatherings and never fails to impress guests with its unique presentation and delicious flavors.
Ingredients
- Churro Cones: 6 large flour tortillas, 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Cheesecake Filling: 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese softened, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional Toppings: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, 1/4 cup caramel sauce, fresh berries
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Step 3:
- Roll each tortilla into a cone shape and secure with a toothpick or wrap in foil to hold shape.
- Step 4:
- Brush the outside of each cone with melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Step 5:
- Place cones seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8 10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Let cool completely before removing foil or toothpicks.
- Step 6:
- While cones cool, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and whip until light and fluffy.
- Step 7:
- Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling into each cooled churro cone.
- Step 8:
- Top with mini chocolate chips, caramel sauce, or fresh berries as desired. Serve immediately.
Save Making these cones has become a beloved family tradition, especially fun to prepare with kids who love the unique shape and tasty filling.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a drizzle of caramel sauce and a dusting of extra cinnamon sugar for a festive touch perfect for parties.
Storage Tips
Store cheesecake filling separately in an airtight container in the fridge and fill cones just before serving to maintain crispiness.
Variations
Try using waffle cones for a crunchier texture or swap cinnamon sugar for cocoa powder for a chocolate twist.
Save This quick dessert combines fun presentation with delicious flavors guaranteed to delight everyone.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do you make the churro cones crispy?
Brush the flour tortillas with melted butter, roll them in a cinnamon-sugar mix, and bake at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- → What can I use instead of homemade churro cones?
Store-bought waffle cones can be brushed with butter and cinnamon-sugar to achieve similar crunch and flavor.
- → How do I ensure the cheesecake filling is smooth?
Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth, then add heavy cream and vanilla, whipping until light and fluffy.
- → Can I prepare these cones in advance?
It’s best to bake and cool the cones ahead but fill them shortly before serving to maintain crispiness.
- → What toppings complement these cones well?
Mini chocolate chips, caramel sauce, or fresh berries add delicious texture and flavor as finishing touches.