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I dreamed up this Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake last holiday season when I wanted something extra special. Picture your favorite sugar cookies transformed into a creamy cheesecake studded with festive sprinkles. Every slice brings pure holiday magic to the table.
What Makes This One Special
The magic starts with a buttery sugar cookie crust that tastes like childhood memories. Then comes the silky smooth cheesecake hiding colorful sprinkles inside. It's fancy enough for parties but cozy enough for family dessert.
Your Shopping List
- Sugar Cookies: 2 cups crushed store bought saves time homemade works too.
- Butter: 6 tablespoons melted for that perfect crust.
- Cream Cheese: 3 blocks room temp is crucial.
- Sugar: 1 cup keeps everything balanced.
- Eggs: 3 large also room temp.
- Vanilla: 1 teaspoon real not imitation.
- Sour Cream: Half cup makes it extra creamy.
- Christmas Sprinkles: Third cup of red green and white.
- Toppings: Extra whipped cream and sprinkles if you're feeling festive.
Let's Bake Together
- Start With The Base
- Heat oven to 325°F mix those cookie crumbs with melted butter press into your pan bake until set about 10 minutes.
- Mix Your Filling
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy add eggs one at a time then vanilla and sour cream.
- Make It Festive
- Fold in sprinkles so gentle they don't bleed.
- Into The Oven
- Pour over your crust bake about an hour until center jiggles just a bit.
- Finishing Touch
- Cool in the oven door cracked then chill overnight. Top with whipped cream and extra sprinkles before serving.
Keep It Fresh
Keeps beautifully in the fridge for 5 days. Want to save some for later? Wrap slices tight freeze up to 2 months. Just thaw overnight when the craving hits.
Serving Ideas
Always serve cold for that perfect texture. Love having mine with hot cocoa or coffee. Makes the sweetest holiday gift wrapped up pretty with a bow.
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My Best Tips
Everything at room temp no shortcuts here. Don't overbeat once those eggs go in. Let it cool slow in the oven prevents cracks. Overnight chilling makes flavors bloom.
Mix It Up
Try almond extract for something different. Chocolate cookie crust works beautifully too. Sometimes I swirl in crushed candy canes or berry sauce before baking.
Quick Answers
Make it two days ahead if you like. No springform? Deep pie dish works just be careful slicing. Need gluten free? Just swap in gluten free cookies for the crust.
Worth Every Bite
This cheesecake brings so much joy to our holiday table. Those festive colors that creamy filling and sugar cookie base make everyone smile. It's become our favorite Christmas tradition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, cheesecake tastes best when chilled overnight. Make 1-2 days ahead for best results.
- → How do I prevent cracks in my cheesecake?
Let cheesecake cool slowly in oven with door ajar. Avoid opening oven during baking.
- → What type of sugar cookies work best?
Any crisp sugar cookies work well. Store-bought or homemade both make good crusts when finely crushed.
- → Can I freeze this cheesecake?
Freeze up to 2 months wrapped well. Thaw overnight in fridge. Add toppings after thawing.
- → How do I know when it's done?
Center should still have slight jiggle but edges set. It will continue setting as it cools.