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Sugar Cookie Cheesecake

A delightful dessert combining sweet sugar cookies with creamy cheesecake, perfect for any celebration or treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups sugar cookie dough Can use store-bought dough.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs Add one at a time.
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • as needed Optional toppings: whipped cream, sprinkles For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Press the sugar cookie dough into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Pour the cheesecake batter over the sugar cookie crust in the springform pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
Cooling
  1. Let the cheesecake cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving
  1. Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles if desired.

Notes

For best results, allow all ingredients to come to room temperature before starting. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.