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Sugar Cookie Cheesecake

A delightful fusion of cookie and cheesecake, this Sugar Cookie Cheesecake features a buttery sugar cookie crust topped with a creamy cheesecake filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened Ensure it is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it lightly with butter.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and smooth.
  4. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry flour mixture, ensuring that everything is well combined.
  6. Press about half of this cookie dough into the bottom of your prepared springform pan to form the crust.
Making the Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until velvety and smooth.
  2. Add in the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream, mixing until combined.
  3. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust, spreading it evenly.
  4. Roll the remaining cookie dough into small balls and place them on top of the cheesecake mixture.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges begin to pull away from the pan's walls.
  2. Allow to cool slightly before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
Serving
  1. After chilling, remove the sides of the springform pan and slice into pieces.
  2. Serve chilled and consider garnishing with fresh fruit, caramel drizzle, or colorful sprinkles.

Notes

Make sure to allow the cream cheese to reach room temperature to avoid lumps. Consider adding chocolate chips or sprinkles for extra fun. You can also double the sugar cookie crust and press it up the sides for a thicker crust.