Sugar Cookie Cheesecake
A nostalgic sugar cookie transformed into a creamy cheesecake, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 50
- Total Time: 70
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Gradually add flour and mix until combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let it cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, consider using a low-sugar sweetener or a dairy-free substitute for cream cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg