Description
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Cotton Candy Cheesecake, where creamy cheesecake meets the playful sweetness of cotton candy. This unique dessert is not just a feast for the eyes but also a delicious treat, making it perfect for birthday parties, family gatherings, or any celebration that calls for a fun twist. With its vibrant colors and rich flavor, this cheesecake is sure to be the star of your dessert table. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it’s a delightful way to impress guests of all ages. Garnished with fluffy cotton candy, this cheesecake offers a memorable experience from the first bite to the last.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar, sour cream, flour, eggs one at a time, vanilla, and cotton candy pieces. Mix until combined.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 60–70 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool gradually in the oven with the door ajar.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. Top with whipped cream and additional cotton candy before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg