Cotton Candy Cheesecake (Printable Version)

A whimsical dessert combining creamy cheesecake with the fun, nostalgic flavor of cotton candy for a carnival-inspired treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling

04 - 24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 4 large eggs
09 - Cotton candy flavoring or syrup (optional)

→ Topping

10 - Cotton candy for garnish
11 - Sprinkles for garnish (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
03 - Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
05 - Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
06 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
07 - If desired, mix in cotton candy flavoring or syrup for flavor enhancement and color.
08 - Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
09 - Place pan on a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
10 - Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
11 - Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
12 - Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
13 - Just before serving, top the cheesecake with cotton candy and optional sprinkles for visual appeal.
14 - Release the cheesecake from the springform pan, slice, and serve chilled.

# Notes:

01 - This whimsical cheesecake brings the fun and nostalgic flavors of cotton candy to your dessert table.
02 - Add the cotton candy topping immediately before serving to prevent it from melting.

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