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Delicious Sugar Cookie Cheesecake That’ll Wow Your Guests Recipe

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This Delicious Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines the buttery goodness of a sugar cookie base with a creamy, rich cheesecake filling studded with edible cookie dough pieces and topped with a luscious white chocolate ganache. Perfect for impressing guests and satisfying sweet cravings with a unique twist on classic flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Sugar Cookie Base

  • 1 pack Sugar Cookie Dough (store-bought options can save time)
  • 1 cup Flour (heat-treated for safety)
  • 1/2 cup Butter (can substitute margarine)
  • 1/2 cup Sugar (consider using brown sugar)
  • 1 large Egg (or flax egg for vegan option)

For the Creamy Filling

  • 2 packages Cream Cheese (full-fat yields the best results)
  • 1 cup Sour Cream (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract (use high-quality for best impact)
  • 1 cup Edible Cookie Dough (made with heat-treated flour for safety)

For the Ganache Topping

  • 8 ounces White Chocolate (or dark chocolate for a richer topping)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (for ganache, heated until warm when mixing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  2. Heat-treat Flour: Spread 1 cup of flour on a baking sheet and bake it at 300°F for 5-7 minutes to heat-treat it, then let it cool completely to ensure safety when used in edible cookie dough.
  3. Make Sugar Cookie Base: In a bowl, whisk the cooled flour with salt and baking powder. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, then press the dough into the prepared springform pan evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust turns golden brown, then remove from oven.
  4. Prepare Cookie Dough Balls: In another bowl, beat butter and sugar, then add vanilla and milk. Mix in heat-treated flour. Roll the mixture into marble-sized balls and freeze them until firm to be incorporated into the cheesecake filling.
  5. Adjust Oven Temperature: Lower the oven temperature to 325°F for baking the cheesecake filling.
  6. Make Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Blend in sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla extract thoroughly. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gently fold in the frozen cookie dough balls into the cheesecake mixture.
  7. Assemble and Bake Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake mixture over the pre-baked sugar cookie crust in the springform pan. Place the pan in a water bath to ensure gentle, even baking. Bake for 75-85 minutes until the cheesecake is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Cool and Chill: After baking, turn off the oven and crack the oven door open; let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes to prevent cracking. Then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set completely.
  9. Prepare Ganache Topping: Heat 1 cup of heavy cream until warm but not boiling. Pour over chopped white chocolate and stir until smooth and glossy.
  10. Finish and Serve: Pour the ganache evenly over the chilled cheesecake. Allow the ganache to set slightly before slicing and serving to guests.

Notes

  • Use heat-treated flour to make safe edible cookie dough to avoid risks from raw flour.
  • Full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream provide the best creamy texture and flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use vegan cookie dough options.
  • Ensure the water bath during cheesecake baking is well-sealed with foil to prevent water from seeping into the cheesecake.
  • Letting the cheesecake cool gradually prevents cracks on the surface and ensures a smooth texture.
  • The ganache can be made with dark or white chocolate depending on your flavor preference.
  • Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours for optimal texture and flavor development.

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