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Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake
Emily

Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake

This festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines the buttery sweetness of sugar cookies with the creamy richness of cheesecake. Perfectly smooth and topped with red and green sprinkles, it's a showstopping holiday dessert!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sugar cookie crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • red and green sprinkles for decoration

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, mix sugar cookie crumbs with melted butter until fully combined.
  2. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even crust.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract, almond extract, sour cream, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
  6. Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust. Bake for 55–60 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
  8. Remove and let cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Before serving, top with festive red and green sprinkles.

Notes

Quick Tip: For an extra festive touch, pipe whipped cream rosettes around the edge and add mini sugar cookies on top!