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Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake

This Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake combines a buttery cookie crust with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling, topped with festive red and green candies. It’s the perfect holiday dessert that’s both eye-catching and indulgent.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar cookie crumbs about 20 sugar cookies, crushed
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup mini red and green candy-coated chocolate pieces
  • Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix sugar cookie crumbs with melted butter, then press into the bottom of the pan.
  • Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then blend in vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream until silky. Pour over crust and smooth the top.
  • Bake 50–60 minutes until edges are golden and center is just set. Turn off oven, leaving cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Before serving, top with red and green candy-coated chocolates and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.