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When classic sugar cookies meet rich, velvety cheesecake, the result is nothing short of magical. This Sugar Cookie Cheesecake with White Chocolate Ganache is the ultimate dessert for celebrations, holidays, and special occasions when you want something familiar yet completely irresistible.
Featuring a buttery sugar cookie crust, a smooth vanilla cheesecake filling, and a luxurious white chocolate ganache topping, this cheesecake delivers sweetness, elegance, and indulgence in every bite. It’s festive enough for Christmas and birthdays, yet timeless enough to serve year-round.
If you love sugar cookies and cheesecake equally, this recipe brings the best of both worlds together in one stunning dessert.
Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Cheesecake
This cheesecake is a guaranteed showstopper because it’s:
- Rich and creamy with a perfectly smooth texture
- Sweet but balanced, never cloying
- Visually stunning thanks to the glossy ganache topping
- Perfect for holidays and parties
- Make-ahead friendly, ideal for entertaining
The sugar cookie crust adds a nostalgic, bakery-style flavor that pairs beautifully with classic vanilla cheesecake and silky white chocolate.
What Makes a Sugar Cookie Crust So Special?
Unlike traditional graham cracker crusts, a sugar cookie crust offers a softer, richer base with buttery vanilla notes. It complements the cheesecake rather than competing with it and adds a festive, dessert-shop feel that makes this cheesecake stand out.
Ingredients
For the Sugar Cookie Crust
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter (softened)
- Granulated sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling
- Cream cheese (full-fat, room temperature)
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Sour cream
- Vanilla extract
For the White Chocolate Ganache
- White chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- Heavy cream
Optional Garnishes
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
- White chocolate curls
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and line a springform pan.
- Prepare sugar cookie dough by creaming butter and sugar, then mixing in egg and vanilla. Add dry ingredients.
- Press dough evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake 10–12 minutes until just set. Cool slightly.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then sour cream and vanilla.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the cooled cookie crust.
- Bake 55–65 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off oven, crack door, and cool cheesecake gradually. Chill at least 4 hours.
- Heat cream and pour over white chocolate. Let sit, then stir until smooth.
- Pour ganache over chilled cheesecake and let set before slicing.
Tips for a Perfect Cheesecake
- Use room-temperature ingredients to avoid lumps.
- Avoid overmixing once eggs are added to prevent cracks.
- Cool slowly to maintain a smooth top.
- Chill fully before adding ganache for clean layers.
Cracks happen occasionally — the ganache covers everything beautifully.
Fun Variations
Holiday Sugar Cookie Cheesecake
Add festive sprinkles to the crust and garnish with holiday-themed decorations.
Lemon Sugar Cookie Cheesecake
Add lemon zest to the cheesecake filling for a bright twist.
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
Swirl raspberry sauce into the cheesecake before baking.
Mini Sugar Cookie Cheesecakes
Bake in a muffin pan for individual servings.
Make-Ahead & Storage
- Cheesecake can be made 1–2 days in advance and stored refrigerated.
- Store leftovers covered for up to 4 days.
- Freeze slices without ganache for up to 2 months.
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled with coffee, tea, or espresso drinks. This cheesecake pairs especially well with vanilla lattes, Earl Grey tea, or dessert wines.
Why This Cheesecake Is Perfect for Celebrations
The sugar cookie base makes this cheesecake feel festive and nostalgic, while the white chocolate ganache elevates it into a dessert worthy of center stage. It’s comforting, beautiful, and always crowd-pleasing.
Sugar Cookie Cheesecake with White Chocolate Ganache
Creamy vanilla cheesecake on a buttery sugar cookie crust topped with white chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare sugar cookie dough and bake crust.
- Mix cheesecake filling until smooth.
- Bake cheesecake until set and cool gradually.
- Chill cheesecake completely.
- Prepare white chocolate ganache and pour over cheesecake.
Notes
Chill overnight for best texture and clean slices.
Final Thoughts
This Sugar Cookie Cheesecake with White Chocolate Ganache is the dessert equivalent of a celebration. Buttery, creamy, sweet, and elegant, it’s a recipe that feels special without being complicated.
One slice is never enough.
