Description
This delightful Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines a buttery shortbread crust with a creamy vanilla cheesecake filling studded with homemade sugar cookie dough bites. Topped with a smooth sour cream frosting and festive sprinkles, this dessert is perfect for holiday celebrations or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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Shortbread Crust
- 1 1/4 cup (160g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1/2 cup (110g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tbsp milk
Sugar Cookie Dough Bites
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 3 tbsp jimmies sprinkles
Cheesecake Filling
- 4 x 8oz blocks full fat cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 3/4 cup (185g) sour cream, room temperature
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
Sour Cream Frosting
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/3 cup (80g) sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups (165g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Sprinkles, for topping
Instructions
- Make the Shortbread Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cup flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of kosher salt. Cut in the cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add 2 tbsp milk and mix until a dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a prepared 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate while you prepare the sugar cookie dough.
- Prepare the Sugar Cookie Dough Bites: In another bowl, cream together 6 tbsp unsalted butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add 2 tbsp milk and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract and mix well. Gradually add 1 cup flour and 1/2 tsp kosher salt, mixing until combined. Stir in 3 tbsp jimmies sprinkles. Roll the dough into small bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate to keep firm.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 tbsp flour, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using, and mix thoroughly. Add sour cream and mix until combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the chilled shortbread crust in the springform pan. Evenly distribute half of the prepared sugar cookie dough bites over the filling. Pour the remaining cheesecake filling over the top, spreading it smoothly. Scatter the remaining sugar cookie dough bites over the top.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes. The edges should be set while the center still has a slight jiggle. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Prepare the Sour Cream Frosting: In a bowl, cream together the 6 tbsp unsalted butter until fluffy. Add 1/3 cup sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and creamy.
- Cool and Frost the Cheesecake: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, spread the sour cream frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with sprinkles for a festive finish.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to set completely. Slice into 10 to 12 portions and enjoy your festive sugar cookie cheesecake!
Notes
- This sugar cookie cheesecake features a creamy vanilla cheesecake filling with homemade sugar cookie dough bites baked on top of a buttery shortbread crust.
- It is topped with a smooth sour cream frosting and colorful festive sprinkles, making it ideal for holiday parties and celebrations.
- Using room temperature ingredients ensures a smoother filling and better texture.
- Chilling the dough balls and springform pan crust before baking helps maintain their shape and texture.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually in the oven to prevent cracks on the surface.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
