This delightful Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines the rich flavors of a classic cheesecake with the festive essence of sugar cookies. It’s a perfect holiday dessert recipe that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth during the Christmas baking season.
With layers of creamy cheesecake and a cookie dough crust, this festive sweet treat is sure to become a favorite. The recipe is straightforward and allows for customization with your favorite holiday toppings.
Delicious Sugar Cookie Cheesecake for the Holidays
This sugar cookie cheesecake features a buttery cookie dough crust topped with a smooth and creamy cheesecake filling, making it a unique twist on traditional desserts. The recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and chill, serving 10-12 people.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare the Crust: Press the sugar cookie dough into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until smooth.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour.
- Chill: Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Serve: Before serving, top with sprinkles if desired. Slice and enjoy your festive sugar cookie cheesecake!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 10-12 slices
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
