Description
Indulge in the decadent combination of a sugar cookie crust and creamy cheesecake filling with this delightful Sugar Cookie Cheesecake recipe. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any sweet occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 2 cups crushed sugar cookies (about 18 cookies)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
For the topping (optional):
- Whipped cream
- Crushed sugar cookies
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Prepare the crust: Mix crushed sugar cookies and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the pan and bake for 8 minutes.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time.
- Bake: Pour filling over crust, create a water bath, and bake for 55-65 minutes.
- Cool and chill: Let the cheesecake cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream, crushed cookies, or sprinkles.
Notes
- Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature.
- Store-bought or homemade sugar cookies can be used.
- Use a warm knife to slice the cheesecake cleanly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
