Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgent dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with raw cookie dough and a rich Oreo crust. Topped with a smooth chocolate ganache and garnished with cookie dough balls, this dessert is perfect for anyone who loves both cookies and cheesecake. Whether for a special occasion or as a decadent treat, this cheesecake will wow your guests with its irresistible combination of flavors.
For the Cookie Dough:
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
1 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Oreo Crust:
24 Oreo cookies, finely crushed
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake:
4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup sour cream
1 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Topping:
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
⅔ cup heavy cream
Mini chocolate chips, optional (for garnish)
To Make Cookie Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, sugar, milk, vanilla, salt, and flour. Beat until well combined.
Fold in mini chocolate chips.
Roll the dough into small teaspoon-sized balls and place them on a lightly greased baking sheet. Freeze the dough balls to harden while preparing the rest of the cheesecake.
To Make the Crust:
Finely crush the Oreo cookies using a food processor. Add melted butter and blend until the mixture is moistened.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a lightly greased 9-inch springform pan.
To Make the Cheesecake:
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in flour, vanilla, and sour cream until just blended.
Fold in mini chocolate chips.
Place cookie dough balls over the crust, leaving some aside for garnishing. Pour the cheesecake filling over the dough balls, ensuring they are fully covered.
Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but almost set.
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before removing from the springform pan.
To Make the Topping:
Microwave semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream for about 30 seconds, then stir until smooth.
Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cheesecake and sprinkle with mini chocolate chips.
Garnish with extra cookie dough balls and drizzle with more chocolate sauce if desired.
Serve and Enjoy:
Let the cheesecake set in the fridge for a few hours before serving to ensure the flavors meld together. Cut into slices and enjoy!
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free cookies for the crust and gluten-free flour for the cookie dough.
No-Bake Version: Refrigerate the cheesecake for a no-bake version, setting it overnight.
Vegan Option: Substitute plant-based cream cheese and butter for a vegan-friendly version.