Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the blue food coloring until the desired color is achieved.
Bake the Cheesecake
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the oven for 50 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly wobbly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to cool gradually.
Chill the Cheesecake
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and cool to room temperature.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Prepare the Topping
- Before serving, top the cheesecake with whipped cream, mini chocolate chip cookies, and blue sprinkles.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, allow the cheesecake to chill overnight for a firmer texture. Adjust the amount of blue food coloring for the desired shade.