Description
A spooky cookies and cream cheesecake perfect for Halloween parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped chocolate sandwich cookies
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate syrup, for topping
- Gummy worms, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, combine cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream. Fold in chopped cookies.
- Pour batter over crust.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until center is almost set.
- Turn off oven and let cheesecake cool in oven with door ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Remove cheesecake from pan. Top with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and gummy worms before serving.
Notes
- For a smoother cheesecake, ensure cream cheese is fully softened.
- Do not overbake the cheesecake to prevent cracking.
- Garnish with various Halloween candies for a spookier effect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg