Cheesecake Sugar Cookie (Printable Version)
This dessert fuses a sugar cookie base, chunks of cookie dough, and a layer of white chocolate ganache. A delightful blend of two favorites that'll shine at your celebrations.
# What You'll Need:
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To start the crust: 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour.
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1/2 tsp of baking soda.
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1/2 tsp of fine sea salt.
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3/4 cup butter, softened and unsalted.
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1 cup granulated sugar.
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1 tsp vanilla extract, pure.
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1 large egg, whole.
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1 egg yolk only.
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1/3 cup festive sprinkles.
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To make dough balls: 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour.
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1/2 tsp fine sea salt.
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1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened.
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1 cup granulated sugar.
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1 tsp of pure vanilla extract.
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5 tablespoons milk, fresh.
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1/3 cup of festive sprinkles.
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Cheesecake filling: 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened.
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2/3 cup granulated sugar.
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3/4 cup of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt.
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1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream.
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1 tsp vanilla extract, pure.
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4 eggs, large.
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Ganache topping: 1 cup white chocolate chips.
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1/3 cup heavy cream.
# Steps to Follow:
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Set oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with baking spray, then line the bottom with parchment paper.
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Mix the cookie base ingredients until smooth. Press it into the pan evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until it’s golden. Leave it to cool.
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Stir together the dough ball ingredients into a smooth mix. Roll into little balls and freeze until firm.
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Whip the cream cheese and sugar until light. Blend in sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla. Add eggs, one by one. Gently mix in the frozen cookie balls.
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Drop oven temperature to 325°F. Put the pan in a roasting pan with water and bake 80-90 minutes. Edges should set, with a soft center that jiggles a bit.
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Let the cake cool slowly in the oven, then refrigerate it. Make the ganache, pour it on top, and decorate with leftover cookie balls.
# Additional Notes:
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Let all dairy products come to room temperature beforehand.
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For best texture, chill it overnight.
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Using a water bath helps avoid surface cracks.