Sugar Cookie Cheesecake: The Ultimate Sweet Indulgence
1. A Match Made in Dessert Heaven
This Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines two iconic treats into one showstopping dessert. Imagine: a buttery sugar cookie crust filled with velvety vanilla cheesecake, topped with golden cookie crumbles. It’s nostalgia and luxury in every bite!
2. The Perfect Crust (Better Than Graham Crackers!)
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2 cups crushed sugar cookies (about 20 cookies)
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5 tbsp melted butter
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1 tbsp brown sugar (for extra caramel notes)
Mix, press into a 9″ springform pan, and bake at 350°F for 8 minutes to set.
3. The Dreamiest Filling
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24 oz cream cheese (softened)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3 eggs (room temp)
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp almond extract (secret flavor booster!)
Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add other ingredients. Pour over crust.
4. Baking Like a Pro
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Water bath method: Wrap pan in foil, place in roasting pan with 1″ hot water
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Bake at 325°F for 55-65 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly
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Cool gradually: Turn off oven, crack door, leave cheesecake inside for 1 hour
5. Next-Level Toppings
Choose your adventure:
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Cookie crumble: Reserve 1/2 cup crust mixture, bake separately, and sprinkle on top
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Brown butter glaze: Drizzle with browned butter + powdered sugar
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Festive fun: Press whole mini sugar cookies around the edges
6. Make-Ahead Magic
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Chill overnight for perfect texture
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Freezer-friendly: Slice and freeze individual portions for up to 3 months
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Party perfect: Can be made 2 days before serving
7. Insider Tips
✔ Use full-fat ingredients for richest texture
✔ Don’t overmix after adding eggs to prevent cracks
✔ For clean slices, dip knife in hot water between cuts
8. Flavor Twists
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Birthday cake: Add rainbow sprinkles to batter
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Salted caramel: Swirl in caramel sauce before baking
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Chocolate chip: Fold in mini chocolate chips
9. Serving Suggestions
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With: Cold milk, espresso martinis, or berry compote
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For holidays: Use shaped cookies (hearts, trees, etc.) in crust
10. Why This Beats Regular Cheesecake
The sugar cookie crust adds a sandy, buttery texture that pairs perfectly with the creamy filling. It’s familiar yet fancy – guaranteed to make any occasion special!
Pro Tip: For extra cookie flavor, brush the baked crust with a little melted white chocolate before adding filling.
🍪 Slice. Savor. Repeat! This dessert disappears fast – you might want to make two
