Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Recipe with Cookie Dough Crust

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes

This sugar cookie cheesecake is a delightful holiday dessert recipe that combines the flavors of classic sugar cookies with a creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for Christmas gatherings, this festive baked treat is sure to impress your guests.

With a cookie dough crust and a rich, velvety filling, this cheesecake is both visually appealing and delicious. It’s a wonderful addition to your holiday dessert table.

Delicious Sugar Cookie Cheesecake

Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Recipe with Cookie Dough Crust

This Christmas cheesecake features a buttery cookie dough crust filled with a smooth cream cheese mixture, topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles. The recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and chill, serving 10-12 people.

Ingredients

2 cups sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Whipped cream for topping
Festive sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Prepare the Crust: Press the sugar cookie dough evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create the crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool.
Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined. Then add the sour cream, flour, and salt, mixing until smooth.
Bake the Cheesecake: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled cookie dough crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
Chill: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Serve: Top with whipped cream and festive sprinkles before slicing and serving.