Description

Cookie Monster Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert that beautifully combines creamy cheesecake with chunks of your favorite cookies. This decadent treat features a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth filling, making every bite a delightful experience. Perfect for any gathering or as a special indulgence at home, this cheesecake is sure to impress friends and family alike!

Ingredients

Scale

16 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
2 tsp vanilla extract (pure)
3 large eggs (room temperature)
2 cups chocolate chip cookies (chopped)
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl, then press into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in sugar and sour cream until creamy.
Add vanilla extract, then eggs one by one, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in chopped cookies until evenly distributed.
Pour filling over the prepared crust and bake for 50-60 minutes, until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
Cool completely 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 (approximately 100g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using different types of cookies like Oreos or peanut butter cookies. To prevent cracks, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing and bake slowly at lower temperatures.