Description
This Cookie Monster Cheesecake is a fun and vibrant dessert that combines a delicious chocolate chip cookie blondie base with a creamy, blue cookies and cream cheesecake layer. Perfect for any celebration, this colorful and decadent treat is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Chocolate Chip Cookie Blondie:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips
Cookies and Cream Cheesecake:
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- Blue gel food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 15 regular Oreo cookies, crushed
Chocolate Ganache:
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prepare the Blondie Base:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour an 8-inch springform pan.
- Melt butter with salt and brown sugar. Let cool slightly, then mix in egg and vanilla.
- Stir in flour until just combined, fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread mixture into prepared pan and bake for 15-16 minutes. Allow to cool.
Assemble the Cheesecake Layer:
- Reduce oven temperature to 300°F.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with cornstarch, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add whipping cream, blue food coloring, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing minimally. Fold in crushed Oreos.
- Pour cheesecake mixture over cooled blondie base.
Baking and Cooling:
- Wrap the bottom of the pan in foil and place in a water bath.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 15-30 minutes, then remove and chill overnight.
Adding the Ganache:
- Microwave chocolate chips, cream, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Let ganache cool slightly, then spread over chilled cheesecake.
- Decorate with additional broken cookie pieces.
Prep Time:
- Active: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Chilling: Overnight
Notes
Serving:
- Serve the Cookie Monster Cheesecake chilled for the best texture and flavor.
- For a clean slice, dip a sharp knife in hot water and wipe it clean between cuts.
- Garnish with additional cookie pieces or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special touch.
Storage:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
