Creamy sugar cookie cheesecake with easy crust and smooth filling. Perfect for any gathering.
Author:Robert
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:1 hour
Total Time:6 hours 45 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups crushed sugar cookies
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
1/4 cup mini sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment.
Make the crust: Combine crushed sugar cookies and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom and sides of the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then cool.
Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar on medium speed until smooth. Add vanilla and salt, mixing until combined.
Beat in eggs one at a time on low speed. Add sour cream and mix until glossy.
Fold in optional add-ins. Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth the top.
Bake cheesecake for 55–65 minutes, until the center wobbles slightly. Check for doneness.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.
Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Release cheesecake from the pan, transfer to a serving plate, and optionally top with cookie crumbs or berries.
Slice with a warmed knife and wipe between cuts for neat pieces.
Notes
For a cleaner crust edge, use a flat-bottomed glass to press the crumbs.
Chill the crust in the freezer for 10 minutes if short on time.