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Cookie Dough Cheesecake: The Ultimate Decadent Dessert

An incredibly decadent Cookie Dough Cheesecake recipe featuring a creamy cheesecake filling loaded with safe-to-eat, eggless chocolate chip cookie dough and a crisp graham cracker crust. A foolproof guide to the perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Graham Cracker Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Eggless Cookie Dough
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, heat-treated Bake at 350°F for 5 mins to make it safe to eat raw.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 32 ounces full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup full-fat sour cream, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch Springform Pan
  • 1 Electric mixer (stand or hand)
  • 1 Large Roasting Pan

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan with a double layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil to create a watertight seal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 2: Make the Edible Cookie Dough
  1. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Beat in the milk and vanilla extract.
  3. With the mixer on low, gradually add the heat-treated flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  4. Gently stir in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula.
  5. Roll the dough into small, bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined plate. Freeze for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Step 3: Create the Creamy Cheesecake Filling
  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the room temperature cream cheese on medium speed until completely smooth and creamy.
  2. Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the granulated sugar. Beat until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just combined.
  4. Gently mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
  5. Gently fold in about two-thirds of the frozen cookie dough balls.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake
  1. Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and spread it into an even layer.
  2. Dot the top of the cheesecake with the remaining cookie dough balls.
  3. Place the springform pan into a large roasting pan and pour boiling water into the roasting pan until it comes about halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
  4. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight wobble.
  5. Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  6. Remove the cheesecake from the water bath and cool completely at room temperature.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 8gFat: 40gFiber: 1g

Notes

Using room temperature ingredients is the most important step for a smooth, creamy cheesecake.
Don't skip the water bath; it's the secret to preventing cracks.
Chill the cheesecake overnight for the best flavor and texture, and to ensure clean slices.
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