Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
• In a medium bowl, combine crushed sugar cookies and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust.
  2.5 cups crushed sugar cookies
• Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool slightly.
• In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2.5 cups crushed sugar cookies
• Beat in the sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
  2.5 cups crushed sugar cookies
• Add the eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition, until just combined. Do not overmix.
  2.5 cups crushed sugar cookies
• Pour the filling over the prepared crust.
• Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
• Turn off the oven, crack open the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
• Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
• Before serving, top with whipped cream and sugar cookie crumbles.
  2.5 cups crushed sugar cookies