Description
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Cotton Candy Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that harmoniously blends the creamy richness of traditional cheesecake with the playful sweetness of cotton candy. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to wow your guests, this cheesecake not only tastes fantastic but also features vibrant colors and fun toppings that make it a show-stopper. With an easy-to-follow recipe, even beginner bakers can create this eye-catching treat. Customize it with different cotton candy flavors for a personal touch and enjoy every colorful bite!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 (8 oz each) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cotton candy, torn into small pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Additional cotton candy for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar and mix thoroughly. Incorporate sour cream, flour, and eggs one at a time. Gently fold in cotton candy.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until set but jiggly in the center. Cool gradually in the oven with the door ajar, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; top cheesecake before serving with additional cotton candy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg