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Cookie Monster Cheesecake

This delightful Cookie Monster Cheesecake features a creamy filling and crunchy cookie crust, perfect for impressing friends and family with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Crust
  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies Oreos work wonders!
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • blue food coloring for the signature Cookie Monster color
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup crushed cookies for topping optional, but highly recommended

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (about 160°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter until it resembles damp sand.
  3. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for about 10 minutes, then let it cool.
Make the Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy—about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs one by one until fully incorporated.
  3. Stir in the sour cream and a few drops of blue food coloring until you achieve the desired blue hue.
Add the Festive Touch
  1. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and crushed cookies.
  2. Pour the filling over your cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Place the springform pan onto a baking sheet and bake for about 50-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
  2. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for another hour with the door slightly ajar to prevent cracks.
Chill the Cheesecake
  1. Once cool, cover it and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and top with crushed cookies and extra chocolate chips. Optionally add edible eyes for a fun touch.

Notes

Don’t worry if your cheesecake has a little jiggle in the center when you take it out—it will firm up as it chills. For vibrant blue color, start with a few drops of food coloring. Serve with whipped cream or chocolate sauce for extra decadence.