Sugar Cookie Cheesecake with Festive Sprinkles (Easy Holiday Dessert)
A rich, creamy cheesecake layered over a soft sugar cookie crust — the perfect festive dessert for holidays, parties, or cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 7 hours (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 package (16 oz) sugar cookie dough (or homemade)
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3 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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3/4 cup sour cream
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3 large eggs
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1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp salt
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Optional: whipped cream, sprinkles, crushed cookies for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line with parchment paper.
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Press sugar cookie dough into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 12–15 minutes. Let cool.
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Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until incorporated.
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Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
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Pour over crust. Tap pan to remove air bubbles.
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Place springform in a water bath and bake for 55–65 minutes.
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Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
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Cool to room temperature, then chill at least 6 hours.
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Decorate with desired toppings before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Add toppings just before serving.