Sugar Cookie Cheesecake
This Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines the buttery sweetness of sugar cookies with a creamy cheesecake layer, perfect for a delightful dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups sugar cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Sugar cookie dough for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix sugar cookie crumbs with melted butter; press into the bottom of the pan to form crust.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar and beat until combined.
- Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Add sour cream, flour, and salt; mix until smooth.
- Pour batter over crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Optionally, decorate top with small baked sugar cookie pieces before serving.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, garnish with mini sugar cookies or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
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