Cookie Monster Cheesecake
If you love cookies and cheesecake, you are in for a treat! The Cookie Monster Cheesecake combines a creamy cheesecake with a delicious cookie crust, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. With its fun blue color and cookie toppings, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Why Make This Recipe
This Cookie Monster Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that stands out for its unique flavor combination and striking appearance. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or just a fun family night, this cheesecake is simple to make and will impress your guests. Plus, who wouldn’t want a dessert that looks as fun as it tastes?
How to Make Cookie Monster Cheesecake
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- Sky blue gel paste food coloring
- 3 eggs
- 15 regular Oreo cookies (chopped)
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate chip cookies (for garnish)
- Blue candy melts (for drizzle)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8-inch springform pan with nonstick spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, salt, and brown sugar. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted. Let cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until fully blended.
- Stir in half of the flour, then fold in the remaining flour and chocolate chips.
- Press the dough into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes. Remove it from the oven and let it cool.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
- Beat together the cream cheese, cornstarch, and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add salt, cream, vanilla, and a few drops of blue food coloring. Mix until fully smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Fold in the chopped Oreo cookies.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled cookie crust.
- Wrap the pan in heavy-duty foil to prevent water from getting in. Place it in a larger pan with an inch or two of hot water.
- Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes until the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the heat, crack the oven door, and cool for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath, then let it cool to room temperature (4-5 hours). Chill in the fridge overnight.
- Microwave the chocolate chips, whipped cream, and salt in 30-second intervals, stirring after each time. Let it cool until spreadable.
- Spread the ganache over the chilled cheesecake.
- Pipe swirls of ganache on top using a piping tip.
- Melt the blue candy melts and drizzle them over the cheesecake using a piping bag.
- Top the ganache swirls with chocolate chip cookies.
- Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
How to Serve Cookie Monster Cheesecake
Serve the Cookie Monster Cheesecake chilled. You can slice it into wedges and place it on dessert plates. To make it even more special, add a dollop of whipped cream on top or a scoop of ice cream on the side!
How to Store Cookie Monster Cheesecake
Store any leftovers of the Cookie Monster Cheesecake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for about 3 to 5 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it, but be sure to wrap it well to prevent freezer burn.
Tips to Make Cookie Monster Cheesecake
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Don’t skip the water bath; it helps prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- You can use different colors of food coloring for a fun twist!
- Prepare the cheesecake a day ahead of time to let it chill properly for the best texture.
Variation
For a different flavor, you can swap out the Oreo cookies for other favorite cookies like chocolate chip or peanut butter cookies. You could also add some crushed candy bars on top for extra crunch.
FAQs
1. Can I use a different type of cookie for the crust?
Yes! You can use any kind of cookie you like for the crust, just be sure to crush them finely.
2. How do I know when the cheesecake is done baking?
The cheesecake is done when the center jiggles slightly but is not liquid. It will firm up as it cools.
3. Can I make this cheesecake without the blue food coloring?
Absolutely! The blue food coloring is just for fun. You can leave it out for a more traditional cheesecake look.
4. How long does it take to make this cheesecake?
The total time involves about 30 minutes of prep and 1 hour and 10 minutes of baking, plus chilling time, so plan for at least 6 hours or overnight for the best results.
Cookie Monster Cheesecake
- Total Time: 390 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A fun and delicious cheesecake that combines creamy texture with a cookie crust, topped with chocolate and colorful candy melts.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- Sky blue gel paste food coloring
- 3 eggs
- 15 regular Oreo cookies (chopped)
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate chip cookies (for garnish)
- Blue candy melts (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8-inch springform pan with nonstick spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, salt, and brown sugar. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted. Let cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until fully blended.
- Stir in half of the flour, then fold in the remaining flour and chocolate chips.
- Press the dough into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
- Beat together the cream cheese, cornstarch, and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add salt, cream, vanilla, and a few drops of blue food coloring. Mix until fully smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Fold in the chopped Oreo cookies.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled cookie crust.
- Wrap the pan in heavy-duty foil to prevent water from getting in. Place it in a larger pan with an inch or two of hot water.
- Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes until the center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the heat, crack the oven door, and cool for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath, then let it cool to room temperature (4-5 hours). Chill in the fridge overnight.
- Microwave the chocolate chips, whipped cream, and salt in 30-second intervals, stirring after each time. Let it cool until spreadable.
- Spread the ganache over the chilled cheesecake.
- Pipe swirls of ganache on top using a piping tip.
- Melt the blue candy melts and drizzle them over the cheesecake using a piping bag.
- Top the ganache swirls with chocolate chip cookies.
- Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Notes
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth mixing. Don’t skip the water bath to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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