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This Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake came to me last holiday season when I needed something wow-worthy. Think of your beloved sugar cookies transformed into a velvety cheesecake loaded with holiday sprinkles. Each bite delivers a taste of festive cheer to your dessert plate.
Why You'll Love This Treat
Everything starts with a rich sugar cookie base that tastes like sweet nostalgia. Next comes the velvety cheesecake hiding playful sprinkles throughout. It's impressive for gatherings yet simple enough for family nights.
Grab These Ingredients
- Sugar Cookies: 2 cups smashed ready-made saves prep time though homemade is fine too.
- Butter: 6 tablespoons melted to bind that wonderful base.
- Cream Cheese: 3 blocks softened completely matters a lot.
- Sugar: 1 cup creates just the right sweetness.
- Eggs: 3 large softened as well.
- Vanilla: 1 teaspoon pure beats artificial.
- Sour Cream: Half cup adds that luxurious texture.
- Christmas Sprinkles: Third cup with red white and green colors.
- Toppings: More whipped cream and sprinkles for extra holiday charm.
Step-By-Step Creation
- Create Your Foundation
- Warm oven to 325°F combine cookie bits with melted butter push into springform bake till firm around 10 minutes.
- Prepare The Center
- Whip cream cheese with sugar until smooth add eggs individually then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
- Add Holiday Cheer
- Stir in sprinkles carefully so colors stay intact.
- Baking Time
- Transfer onto your crust bake for about 60 minutes until middle wobbles slightly.
- Perfect Finish
- Let cool with oven slightly open then refrigerate overnight. Add whipped cream and sprinkles just before you serve.
Storage Smarts
Stays good in your fridge for 5 days. Want to stash some away? Wrap individual pieces tightly freeze up to 2 months. Just let them thaw overnight when you want some.
How To Present
Always dish it up chilled for best flavor. I enjoy mine with warm cocoa or a cup of joe. Makes an amazing present when packaged nicely with ribbon.
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Insider Tricks
All ingredients at room temp don't try to rush. Stop mixing after eggs go in. Cool gradually inside the oven stops splitting. Letting it sit overnight makes everything taste better.
Fun Variations
A dash of almond extract changes things up. Dark cookie crust works great too. I sometimes fold in broken candy canes or fruit puree before it goes in the oven.
Common Questions
You can make it two days early if needed. No proper pan? A deep dish pie plate works just slice carefully. Need no gluten? Just use gluten free cookies for your base.
Holiday Delight
This cheesecake adds so much happiness to our Christmas spread. The bright colors that smooth texture and cookie foundation make everyone happy. It's become what we look forward to most during the season.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I prepare this in advance?
Definitely! Cheesecakes actually taste better after chilling overnight. Prepare it 1-2 days early for best flavor.
- → Any tips to avoid cracking?
Cool the cheesecake slowly by leaving the oven door cracked. Resist opening the oven while it bakes.
- → What kind of sugar cookies are best?
Crispy sugar cookies work great. Store-bought or homemade, just make sure they're finely crushed.
- → Can this dessert go in the freezer?
Yes, you can freeze it for up to 2 months. Wrap it tightly and let it thaw overnight in the fridge before adding toppings.
- → When should I take it out of the oven?
Look for slight jiggle in the center but set edges. It will firm up as it cools.