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Cotton Candy Swirl Cheesecake Recipe – A Dreamy Dessert Delight

Cotton Candy Swirl Cheesecake Recipe – A Dreamy Dessert Delight


  • Author: Freya Allen
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chill time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy the delightful sweetness of Cotton Candy Swirl Cheesecake with a rich, creamy texture and colorful swirls, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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2 cups graham cracker crumbs

½ cup melted butter

¼ cup granulated sugar

24 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

3 large eggs

½ cup sour cream

¼ cup heavy cream

2 tsp cotton candy extract

Pink and blue gel food coloring


Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F.

Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes.

Beat cream cheese and sugar, then add vanilla and cotton candy extract. Mix in eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream.

Divide the batter and add food coloring. Alternate spooning both batters into the crust and swirl.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Top with whipped cream and cotton candy before serving.

Notes

Make sure to allow the cheesecake to cool gradually to prevent cracks.

You can adjust the food coloring for different effects, such as using purple or teal.

For a no-bake version, replace eggs with gelatin and chill instead of baking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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