Cookie Monster Cheesecake

Introducing a Delightful Dessert: Cookie Monster Cheesecake

Imagine combining the whimsy of the Cookie Monster with the rich, creamy delight of cheesecake. That’s exactly what we’ve done with this Cookie Monster Cheesecake recipe, a treat that promises not only to satisfy your sweet tooth but also to bring a splash of fun to your dessert table. This cheesecake features a unique two-layer composition starting with a chocolate chip cookie blondie base, followed by a vibrant blue, cookies and cream cheesecake layer. It’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat!

Crafting the Perfect Base

The journey to a perfect cheesecake begins with its foundation. Our recipe starts with a homemade chocolate chip cookie blondie layer. This isn’t just any cookie base; it’s a buttery, brown sugar-rich layer speckled with mini chocolate chips that provide the perfect chewy contrast to the creamy topping that follows. Preparing this base involves melting butter with brown sugar and combining it with flour and chocolate chips to create a thick, delicious batter that sets the stage for the cheesecake layer.

The Cheesecake Layer: A Cookie Monster’s Dream

After pre-baking the blondie base, the true magic happens. The cheesecake layer, dyed a playful blue to channel our favorite cookie-loving monster from Sesame Street, is smooth, creamy, and dotted with chunks of Oreo cookies. This layer is carefully mixed to include cream cheese, sugar, a hint of salt, and vanilla, ensuring every bite is as flavorful as it is eye-catching. Once baked and cooled, the cheesecake is topped with a rich chocolate ganache and garnished with mini chocolate chip cookies for an irresistible finish.

Here’s how you can prepare this delightful dessert at home:

Cookie Monster Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients

• For the Chocolate Chip Cookie Blondie:
• 4 oz unsalted butter
• ½ tsp salt
• 2.6 oz brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4.4 oz all-purpose flour
• 4 oz semisweet mini chocolate chips
• For the Cookies and Cream Cheesecake:
• 16 oz cream cheese
• 2 tsp cornflour
• 3.5 oz granulated sugar
• Pinch of salt
• ½ cup whipping cream
• Blue gel food coloring
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 eggs
• 15 regular Oreo cookies, crushed
• Additional mini chocolate chip cookies for decoration
• For the Chocolate Ganache:
• 6 oz semisweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup whipping cream
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Chocolate Chip Cookie Blondie:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare an 8-inch springform pan with butter, parchment paper, and a dusting of flour.
• Melt butter, salt, and brown sugar; mix in egg and vanilla. Gradually add flour and chocolate chips, then spread into the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes and cool.

1. Cookies and Cream Cheesecake:

• Mix cream cheese, cornflour, sugar, salt, cream, blue coloring, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then fold in crushed Oreos. Pour over cooled blondie base, prepare a water bath, and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 60-70 minutes.

1. Chocolate Ganache and Decorating:

• Microwave chocolate chips, cream, and salt to form ganache. Cool to a spreadable consistency. Cover the cooled cheesecake with ganache and decorate with cookie pieces.

Preparation and Cooking Time

• Prep time: 45 minutes
• Cook time: 1 hour 25 minutes
• Cooling/Chilling time: Up to 12 hours
• Total time: Approximately 14 hours 10 minutes

Servings

• Makes one 8-inch cheesecake

Feel free to indulge in this eye-catching dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or when you just want to treat yourself to something special!

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