Description
This Classic Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Recipe – Perfectly Sweet and Creamy! is the ultimate dessert mashup, combining a buttery sugar cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and festive sprinkles. Topped with a decadent white chocolate ganache, it’s a show-stopping treat perfect for any celebration or indulgent weekend.
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Crust:
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 egg yolk, room temperature
- ⅓ cup Christmas sprinkles
Cookie Dough Balls:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons milk
- ⅓ cup Christmas sprinkles
Cheesecake Filling:
- 32 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- ⅔ cup cane sugar
- ¾ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt, room temperature
- ½ cup heavy cream, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- ⅔ of the cookie dough balls
White Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sugar Cookie Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and cane sugar until creamy. Mix in vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined. Fold in sprinkles.
- Press the dough into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let it cool.
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough Balls
- Combine flour, salt, butter, cane sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a mixing bowl until a dough forms.
- Fold in sprinkles, then roll the dough into marble-sized balls.
- Reserve ⅓ of the balls for decoration and refrigerate the rest.
Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and cane sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring a smooth batter.
- Gently fold in the refrigerated cookie dough balls.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake the Cheesecake
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Step 5: Prepare the White Chocolate Ganache
- Heat white chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Cool slightly, then pour the ganache over the chilled cheesecake.
- Decorate with reserved cookie dough balls and sprinkles.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling.
- Avoid Overmixing: Mixing too much air into the batter can cause cracks.
- Chill Thoroughly: This helps the cheesecake set properly for clean slices.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American