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Delicious Cookie Monster Cheesecake topped with cookie crumbles and blue frosting
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Delicious Cookie Monster Cheesecake

This whimsical dessert combines creamy cheesecake with chocolate sandwich cookies, topped with playful blue frosting and cookie eyes for a nostalgic treat.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time1 hour 35 minutes
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: celebration dessert, cheesecake, chocolate sandwich cookies, Cookie Monster Cheesecake, dessert
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

For the crust

  • 1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies Provides a rich, decadent base.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup sugar Balances the richness of the cream cheese.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup butter, melted Binds the crust together.

For the cheesecake filling

  • 32 oz 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened Forms the rich base of the cheesecake.
  • 1 cup 1 cup sugar Additional sweetness for the filling.
  • 1 cup 1 cup sour cream Enhances the creaminess.
  • 4 large 4 large eggs Provides structure to the cheesecake.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a warm aroma.
  • 1 cup 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies For texture within the cheesecake.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Adds bursts of chocolate flavor.

For decoration

  • Blue frosting Transforms the cheesecake into Cookie Monster.
  • Large cookie eyes Brings your dessert to life.
  • Additional chocolate sandwich cookies for topping For decorative effect.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly, then press into the bottom of your prepared pan.

Make the filling

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  • Add sour cream and mix well.
  • Gently add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in vanilla extract, crushed cookies, and mini chocolate chips until just combined.

Bake

  • Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust. Bake for 60-65 minutes until the center is set and the edges are slightly puffed.
  • Allow the cheesecake to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge to loosen.
  • Let it cool completely before removing the sides of the pan.

Decorate

  • Frost the cheesecake with blue frosting to resemble Cookie Monster.
  • Add the large cookie eyes and any additional cookies for decoration.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling. Chill overnight for the best flavor.