Cookie Monster Cheesecake

This Cookie Monster Cheesecake brings everyone’s favorite Sesame Street character to life with vibrant blue cheesecake, a chocolate chip cookie crust, and cookie “fur” made from crushed Oreos—plus edible eyes for the full Cookie Monster effect! Perfect for birthdays, kids’ parties, or any cookie lover’s celebration.

Why You’ll Love This Cheesecake

Fun & Festive – Instantly recognizable Cookie Monster design
Cookie Lover’s Dream – Packed with Oreos and chocolate chips
Creamy & Rich – Classic NY-style cheesecake texture
Great for All Ages – Kids and adults alike will adore it

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs (about 24 cookies)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

• 24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• Blue gel food coloring
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

For Decoration:

• 1½ cups crushed Oreos (for “fur”)
• Large marshmallows + chocolate chips (for eyes)
• Mini chocolate chip cookies (for mouth)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Cookie Crust

1. Mix Oreo crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
2. Press into a 9-inch springform pan (up the sides slightly).
3. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 10 minutes, then cool.

2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat cream cheese + sugar until smooth (~3 mins).
2. Add sour cream + vanilla, then mix in eggs one at a time.
3. Stir in blue food coloring (until vibrant) and chocolate chips.

3. Bake & Chill

1. Pour filling into crust.
2. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 45-55 mins (center should jiggle slightly).
3. Cool in the oven with the door cracked, then refrigerate overnight.

4. Decorate Like Cookie Monster

1. Press crushed Oreos onto the sides for “fur.”
2. Create eyes: Cut marshmallows in half, attach chocolate chip pupils with frosting.
3. Add a mini cookie “mouth.”

Pro Tips

Use gel food coloring for bold blue (liquid makes it watery)
Room-temperature ingredients prevent lumps
Water bath method (optional) prevents cracks
Chill overnight for clean slices

FAQs

Q: Can I use store-bought cheesecake?
✔ Yes! Tint with blue coloring and decorate.

Q: How to store leftovers?
✔ Refrigerate for up to 5 days (covered).

Q: Can I make it ahead?
✔ Bake 2 days in advance (add decor before serving).

Q: No springform pan?
✔ Use a deep pie dish (slice carefully).

Serving Ideas

• Kids’ birthday parties with blue punch
• Sesame Street-themed events
• Cookie swap dessert table

Final Thoughts

This Cookie Monster Cheesecake is a showstopping, playful dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! With its creamy texture, cookie crunch, and adorable design, it’s guaranteed to be the star of any party.

Cookie Monster Cheesecake

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• Author: Lara Smith
• Total Time: 90 MINS

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Description

Fun and vibrant cheesecake combining cookie blondie base with a blue cookies and cream layer.

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Ingredients

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Blondie:

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup brown sugar

1 egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips

Cookies and Cream Cheesecake:

16 oz cream cheese

2 teaspoons cornstarch

1/3 cup granulated sugar

Pinch of salt

1/2 cup whipping cream

Blue gel food coloring

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 eggs

15 Oreo cookies, crushed

Chocolate Ganache:

3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Blondie Base:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour an 8-inch springform pan.

Melt butter with salt and brown sugar. Let cool, then mix in egg and vanilla.

Stir in flour until combined; fold in chocolate chips.

Spread into prepared pan and bake for 15-16 minutes. Cool.

Assemble the Cheesecake Layer:

Reduce oven temperature to 300°F.

Beat cream cheese with cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Add whipping cream, blue food coloring, and vanilla.

Mix in eggs one at a time. Fold in crushed Oreos.

Pour over cooled blondie base.

Bake and Cool:

Wrap the pan bottom in foil and place in a water bath.

Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until set but slightly wobbly in the center.

Cool in oven for 15-30 minutes, then chill overnight.

Add the Ganache:

Microwave chocolate chips, cream, and salt until smooth.

Cool slightly, then spread over chilled cheesecake.

Decorate with broken cookie pieces.

Notes

Use high-quality gel food coloring for a vivid blue.

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature to prevent cracking.