Description
Indulge in a creamy cheesecake topped with sugar cookie crust perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth Try this delightful dessert today
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour½ cup granulated sugar (for the crust)½ cup unsalted butter, softened1 large egg (for the crust)½ teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for the crust)24 oz cream cheese, softened¾ cup granulated sugar (for the filling)2 large eggs (for the filling)1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for the filling)½ cup sour creamOptional: sprinkles, chocolate chips, whipped cream, fresh berries
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).In a bowl, mix together the softened butter and sugar until creamy. Then, add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.Bake the crust for about 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.While the crust is cooling, beat the cream cheese until smooth and then mix in the granulated sugar.Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla until smooth.Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled sugar cookie crust, spreading evenly.Bake the cheesecake for about 50-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center is still jiggly.Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool for about an hour.Move the cheesecake to the fridge to chill for at least four hours, or overnight. - Prep Time: 30 minutes
- hours: 4
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 calories
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
