This decadent cheesecake combines creamy vanilla cheesecake, edible cookie dough chunks, and a buttery graham crust—no baking required for the dough! Perfect for cookie lovers who want the best of both worlds.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ No-bake cookie dough – Safe to eat raw
✅ Creamy & rich – Ultra-smooth cheesecake filling
✅ Impressive presentation – Looks like it came from a bakery
✅ Make-ahead friendly – Chill overnight for perfect slices
Ingredients & Substitutions
For the Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 24 oz (3 packs) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
For the Cookie Dough
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 cup heat-treated flour*
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
For Garnish
- Chocolate sauce
- Whipped cream
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Crust
- Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Chill.
2. Prepare Cookie Dough
- Beat butter and sugars until fluffy. Add milk and vanilla.
- Mix in heat-treated flour and salt, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Roll into ½-inch balls (reserve ¼ cup for topping).
3. Make Cheesecake Filling
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in whipped cream.
4. Assemble
- Spread half the cheesecake filling over the crust.
- Press cookie dough balls into the layer.
- Top with remaining filling.
- Crumble reserved dough on top.
5. Chill & Serve
- Refrigerate 6+ hours (overnight best).
- Drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.
Pro Tips
🍫 Heat-treating flour: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 mins or microwave until 160°F (71°C).
🍪 Cookie dough texture: If too sticky, chill 15 mins before rolling.
🔪 Clean slices: Dip knife in hot water before cutting.
Variations
🍫 Double chocolate: Add cocoa powder to cheesecake layer.
🥜 Peanut butter: Swirl ½ cup peanut butter into filling.
🍬 Funfetti: Use sprinkles instead of chocolate chips.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought dough?
Yes, but ensure it’s egg-free or use edible cookie dough.
How long does it keep?
Fridge for 5 days or freeze 1 month (without toppings).
Can I make it gluten-free?
Use GF graham crackers and flour.
Final Thoughts
This Cookie Dough Cheesecake is pure indulgence—creamy, rich, and packed with cookie dough goodness. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you deserve a treat!
Warning: Extremely addictive! 🍰😋
(Tag your creations #CookieDoughCheesecake!)