Description
Festive Christmas sugar cookie cheesecake blends holiday cheer with creamy indulgence, creating a dessert that sparkles with seasonal magic. Delicate cookie crumbles and rich cream cheese deliver sweet comfort, inviting you to savor each delightful holiday-inspired bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Sugar Cookie Base:
- 2 cups (240 grams) sugar cookies, crushed
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 packages (24 ounces or 680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 0.33 cup (50 grams) Christmas-colored sprinkles
Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with light greasing to ensure easy removal of the cheesecake.
- Create the festive cookie crust by thoroughly combining crushed sugar cookies with melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly and evenly across the pan’s bottom.
- Briefly bake the crust for 8-10 minutes to set its structure, then allow it to cool completely at room temperature, creating a solid foundation for the cheesecake.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency, ensuring a smooth cheesecake texture.
- Incorporate eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a uniform batter and prevent potential curdling.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract and sour cream, creating a rich and creamy filling with balanced flavor profiles.
- Delicately integrate colorful sprinkles into the mixture, using a light folding technique to prevent color bleeding and maintain visual appeal.
- Pour the prepared filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even, professional-looking top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a slightly jiggly center which indicates perfect doneness without overcooking.
- After baking, turn off the oven and leave the door slightly open, allowing the cheesecake to cool gradually and prevent cracking.
- Once cooled to room temperature, refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or ideally overnight to achieve optimal setting and flavor development.
- Before serving, garnish with fluffy whipped cream and an additional sprinkle of festive colored sprinkles for a cheerful, celebratory presentation.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling and easier mixing.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent air bubbles that can cause cracking during baking.
- Gently fold sprinkles at the last moment to maintain their vibrant colors and prevent bleeding.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute sugar cookies with gluten-free cookie crumbs or graham crackers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg