Description
This Deep Dish Cookie Dough Cheesecake Pizza combines the best of both worlds: a warm, golden-baked cookie dough crust topped with a creamy, rich cheesecake filling. Finished with mini chocolate chips and chunks of cookie dough, this dessert is a delightful indulgence perfect for gatherings or a special treat.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough Crust
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 8oz package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cookie dough chunks
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch deep dish pizza pan or a similar-sized baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside for later use.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Combine Dough Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips to evenly distribute them.
- Form Cookie Crust and Bake: Spread the cookie dough mixture evenly into the prepared pan, pressing it down to form a crust. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: While the crust cools, beat the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, then continue beating until the filling is creamy and smooth.
- Assemble Cheesecake Pizza: Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled cookie dough crust to create a luscious layer.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips and cookie dough chunks over the cheesecake layer for added texture and flavor.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the cheesecake pizza for at least 2 hours to allow the cheesecake to set firmly. Slice and serve chilled for the best experience.
Notes
- Ensure the cookie crust is completely cooled before adding the cheesecake filling to prevent melting.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and butter for smooth batter and filling.
- Feel free to substitute mini chocolate chips with your preferred chocolate type or nuts for variation.
- For best results, chill the dessert overnight to allow flavors to meld and the cheesecake to set fully.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
