Cookie Dough Cheesecake (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 2 1/4 cup (191 grams) chocolate chip cookie crumbs.
02 - 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted.
03 - 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened.
04 - 1/2 cup (106.5 grams) brown sugar.
05 - 1/4 cup (49.5 grams) granulated sugar.
06 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream.
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt.
09 - 3/4 cup (90 grams) all-purpose flour.
10 - 1/2 cup (88.5 grams) mini chocolate chips.
11 - 32 ounces (908 grams) cream cheese, room temperature.
12 - 1 cup (198 grams) granulated sugar.
13 - 2/3 cup (151 grams) sour cream.
14 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt.
16 - 4 eggs, room temperature.
17 - 1 cup (177 grams) mini chocolate chips.

Instructions:

01 - Combine the chocolate chip cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
02 - In a bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined. Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing for another minute. Stir in the flour and mini chocolate chips. Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour until firm.
03 - Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until creamy. Add sour cream, vanilla, and salt, and mix until smooth. Slowly mix in the eggs until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
04 - Pour half the cheesecake batter over the chilled crust. Drop cookie dough balls into the batter. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the cookie dough balls.
05 - Place the springform pan in a water bath, ensuring the water reaches halfway up the pan. Bake at 325°F for 70 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly. Cool in the oven for 30 minutes with the door slightly open, then cool at room temperature for 1 hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes:

01 - This rich cheesecake combines the classic flavors of cookie dough and creamy cheesecake for a truly indulgent dessert.
02 - Ensure the cheesecake is fully cooled and chilled before serving for the best texture.