Delicious Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Recipe You’ll Love!
This Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines the creamy indulgence of cheesecake with the delightful crunch of sugar cookies, creating a dessert that’s sure to impress. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a celebration of sweetness and comfort that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Pre-made sugar cookie dough or homemade sugar cookie dough
- Almond flour or gluten-free baking mix (optional for gluten-free option)
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Colorful sprinkles (for topping)
- Fresh fruit (optional for topping)
- Unsweetened applesauce (1/4 cup for each egg, optional egg substitute)
- Coconut sugar (optional for a caramel-like flavor)
- Almond extract (optional for flavor variation)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- If using pre-made sugar cookie dough, press it into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. If making from scratch, roll out the dough and fit it into the pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat 16 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in 1 cup of granulated sugar, mixing until it’s well combined and fluffy.
- Add 3 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Make sure everything is well incorporated.
- Carefully pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
- Once baked, turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about an hour. Then, refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to set completely.
- Before serving, top the cheesecake with whipped cream and colorful sprinkles or any other toppings you desire.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Ensure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for smooth blending. Avoid overmixing when adding eggs to prevent cracks in the cheesecake. Consider using a water bath for a smoother texture.