Description
Cotton Candy Cheesecake is a whimsical dessert that brings together the luxurious creaminess of cheesecake with the playful sweetness of cotton candy. This vibrant cake is perfect for parties, birthdays, or any festive occasion, making it a delightful treat for both kids and adults. With its colorful appearance and rich flavor, it’s sure to be a standout at your next gathering. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this cheesecake can also be customized with different cotton candy colors for an even more eye-catching presentation.
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
- For garnish: additional cotton candy
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix well. Incorporate sour cream and flour until blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in vanilla and cotton candy pieces.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes until slightly jiggly in center. Turn off the oven but leave cheesecake inside with door ajar for about an hour to cool gradually. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe over cooled cheesecake and garnish with additional cotton candy before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg