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Cotton Candy Cheesecake

Cotton Candy Cheesecake

Cotton Candy Cheesecake blends the creamy texture of traditional cheesecake with the whimsical sweetness of cotton candy, making it a delightful dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Party
Cuisine: American, Whimsical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs (or your favorite cookies)
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened 2 packages (8 oz each)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
For Topping
  • Cotton candy (for decoration)
  • Whipped cream, sprinkles, or edible glitter (optional)

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Begin by crushing graham crackers or your favorite cookies into fine crumbs.
  2. Mix the crumbs with melted butter until the mixture is well combined.
  3. Press the crust mixture into the base of your pan, making sure it's evenly spread.
  4. Refrigerate the crust for at least 15 minutes to allow it to set and firm up.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the cotton candy flavoring and continue to mix until it's fully incorporated.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and whip the mixture until it becomes light, fluffy, and smooth.
Assemble the Cheesecake
  1. Pour the creamy cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
  2. Make sure the filling is smooth and covers the crust completely.
Refrigerate to Set
  1. Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight, for the best results.
Add Toppings and Serve
  1. Once the cheesecake is fully set, top it with a generous mound of cotton candy.
  2. You can also add extra decorations like whipped cream, sprinkles, or edible glitter.
  3. Serve the cheesecake chilled, and enjoy this whimsical and sweet treat!

Notes

To ensure the cheesecake turns out flawless, soften your cream cheese completely before mixing and let it chill thoroughly. Add cotton candy topping just before serving.