Cotton Candy Cheesecake
This delectable dessert combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the nostalgic flavor of cotton candy, making it a fun and special treat for everyone.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Equipment
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Ingredients for Cotton Candy Cheesecake
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups Cream cheese, softened (24 oz)
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- to taste Cotton candy flavoring
- optional Food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Add cotton candy flavoring and food coloring as desired. Mix gently to combine.
- Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and cotton candy fluff if desired. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the cotton candy flavoring carefully—it's strong! Refrigerate overnight for best results. Garnish just before serving to maintain the fluffiness of the cotton candy.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal | Fat: 28g