🍪 For the Sugar Cookie Layer:
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
🧀 For the Cheesecake Layer:
• 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream
✨ For the Crumble Topping (Optional):
• ½ cup reserved sugar cookie dough
• 2 tbsp sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon
👩🍳 Step-by-Step (Easy & Foolproof!)
1. Make the Sugar Cookie Dough
① Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13” pan with parchment.
② Beat butter + sugar until fluffy. Add egg + vanilla.
③ Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
④ Reserve ½ cup dough for topping (if using). Press the rest into the pan.
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
① Beat cream cheese + sugar until smooth.
② Add egg, vanilla, and sour cream. Mix until creamy.
③ Pour over the cookie crust.
3. Add the Crumble Topping
① Mix reserved dough + sugar + cinnamon.
② Crumble over the cheesecake layer.
4. Bake & Chill
⏰ Bake 30-35 mins until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
❄️ Cool 1 hour, then refrigerate 4+ hours (or overnight).
5. Slice & Serve!
🔪 Cut into squares and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Bars
🔥 Clean slices? Use a hot knife (dip in hot water, then wipe dry).
🍓 Fruity twist? Swirl in strawberry jam before baking.
🍫 Chocoholic’s dream? Add chocolate chips to the cookie dough.
⏳ Make ahead? Freeze unbaked or baked for up to 1 month.