Description
Creamy cheesecake meets classic birthday cake in this irresistible dessert that blends nostalgic flavors with indulgent texture. Rich vanilla layers and colorful sprinkles promise a celebration on your plate that will delight your senses and spark pure joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake and Filling:
- 3 packages (8 ounces/226 grams) cream cheese, room temperature
- 8 ounces (226 grams) sour cream, room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups (250 grams) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) vanilla extract
Crust:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) store-bought sugar cookie dough
Decoration:
- 1/3 cup (50 grams) dye-free natural sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (175C). Create a baking foundation by lining a springform pan’s bottom with parchment paper and thoroughly greasing its sides.
- Transform sugar cookie dough into a uniform crust layer within the prepared pan. Bake the crust for 20 minutes, allowing it to develop a golden texture. Cool the crust, then refrigerate while assembling remaining components.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325F (163C). Establish a water bath by placing a filled 9×13-inch pan inside the oven, which helps prevent cheesecake surface cracking.
- Craft the cheesecake filling using a stand mixer. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar, blending for approximately 3 minutes until achieving a silky consistency. Incorporate vanilla extract, then gently integrate eggs one at a time, maintaining minimal mixing. Delicately fold natural sprinkles throughout the mixture, preserving color integrity.
- Transfer the prepared batter over the chilled cookie crust within the springform pan. Eliminate potential air pockets by gently dropping the pan against the counter. Position the cheesecake centrally in the oven, baking for 55 minutes and rotating midway. The ideal texture will display a subtle center wobble.
- Initiate cooling by turning off the oven and leaving the door slightly ajar. Allow the cheesecake to rest for 1 hour within the residual warmth. Carefully separate the cheesecake edges using a knife, then transfer to a cooling rack. Let it reach room temperature over 1 hour.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake overnight to achieve complete setting. Prior to serving, remove the springform pan’s rim. Embellish with whipped cream and additional sprinkles if desired. Slice into 16 elegant portions and savor.
Notes
- Prevent Cheesecake Cracking by creating a stable, humid environment with the water bath technique, which helps distribute heat evenly and reduces surface tension.
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients like cream cheese and eggs to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing and consistent batter texture for a perfect cheesecake.
- Gently Fold Sprinkles at the last moment to maintain their vibrant colors and prevent color bleeding throughout the cheesecake filling.
- Control Mixing Speed when incorporating eggs to avoid incorporating too much air, which can cause cracks and an uneven surface during baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 469
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 211 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg