Description

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake. Combining a creamy cheesecake filling with a crunchy cookie crust, this decadent treat captivates your taste buds and elevates any occasion. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home, each bite transports you to cherished moments of baking nostalgia.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups chocolate chip cookies, crushed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup full-fat sour cream
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
For the crust, mix crushed chocolate chip cookies with melted butter in a bowl until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy.
Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and sour cream; blend until just combined.
Gently fold in chocolate chips with a spatula.
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cookie crust evenly and bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set and center has a slight jiggle.
Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 107g)
Calories: 387
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different types of chocolate chips or incorporate caramel layers. Letting the cheesecake cool gradually will help prevent cracks on top.