Creating the Simple Churro Cheesecake requires following several steps. Here’s how to achieve this incredible dessert:

1. Prepare the Crust:
– Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
– In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined.
– Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and then set aside to cool.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
– In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
– Add the granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix until fully incorporated and creamy.
– Pour the cheesecake filling onto the cooled crust in the springform pan.

3. Bake the Cheesecake:
– Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven. Bake for 40-50 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
– Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for another 30 minutes. This helps to prevent cracking.

4. Prepare the Churro Topping:
– In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil.
– Once boiling, add the flour and cinnamon. Stir until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a ball.
– Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then pipe or spoon the mixture into churro shapes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5. Fry the Churros:
– Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the churros until golden brown on each side. They should be crispy on the outside.
– Roll the churros in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar after frying.

6. Cool the Cheesecake:
– Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature.
– Afterward, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.

7. Assemble the Dessert:
– Once the cheesecake is thoroughly chilled and set, remove it from the springform pan.
– Top it with your fried churros, arranging them decoratively on top of the cheesecake.