Cotton Candy Cheesecake Delight (Printable Recipe Version)
Colorful cotton candy and creamy cheesecake blend for a whimsical treat topped with fluffy sweetness.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 -
180 grams graham cracker crumbs
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50 grams granulated sugar
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115 grams unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
04 -
680 grams cream cheese, softened
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200 grams granulated sugar
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240 grams sour cream
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5 milliliters vanilla extract
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4 large eggs
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Cotton candy flavoring or cotton candy syrup, optional
→ Topping
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Cotton candy
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Sprinkles, optional
# Steps to Make It:
01 -
Preheat oven to 160°C. Grease a 23-centimeter springform pan to prevent sticking.
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In a medium bowl, blend graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture evenly into the base of the prepared pan.
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Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar using a mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well blended.
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Add eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. If using, mix in cotton candy flavoring or syrup for flavor and color.
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Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the surface using a spatula.
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Place the pan on a baking tray and bake for 50–60 minutes, until edges are set but the center remains slightly jiggly.
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Turn off the oven. Let the cheesecake cool inside with the oven door slightly open for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
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Remove the pan from the oven. Cool the cheesecake at room temperature until no longer warm.
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Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, until fully set.
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Before serving, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Top with cotton candy and, if desired, sprinkles. Slice and serve chilled.
# Extra Information:
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Ensure the cheesecake is completely cooled before refrigeration to maintain a smooth texture and avoid condensation.
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Add cotton candy just before serving to prevent dissolving from moisture.