Sugar Cookie Cheesecake: 4 Dreamy, Buttery Layers
Sugar Cookie Cheesecake features a buttery sugar cookie crust topped with a rich, creamy cheesecake layer for a perfectly balanced dessert.
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Crust:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cheesecake Filling:
24 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F and prepare 9-inch springform pan.
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Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Cream butter and sugar, then add egg and vanilla.
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Combine dry and wet ingredients and press into pan.
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Bake crust 12 to 15 minutes.
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
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Add eggs, sour cream, vanilla, and salt.
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Pour filling over crust and bake 45 to 55 minutes.
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Cool gradually and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Do not overmix filling. Allow cheesecake to cool slowly to reduce cracking.