Introduction

This sugar cookie base and crumble is a delightful foundation for a festive cheesecake or a delicious standalone treat. With a tender cookie crust and a sweet, crumbly topping sprinkled with colorful Christmas jimmies, it’s sure to bring joy to any dessert table.

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Ingredients

3.25 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
½ tsp baking soda
1.25 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups Regenerative Organic Certified® Cane Sugar
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 large egg, room temperature
1 egg yolk, room temperature
5 tbsp milk
⅓ cup Christmas sprinkles (jimmies)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by spraying it with non-stick spray and lining the bottom with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
Step 2: In a mixer, cream ¾ cup softened butter with ½ cup cane sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed just until a soft dough forms—avoid overmixing.
Step 3: Press the dough evenly into the prepared springform pan. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 4: For the crumble topping, combine the remaining 1.25 cups flour, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1.5 cups cane sugar in a bowl. Add the remaining ½ cup melted butter, 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 5 tablespoons milk. Mix with a fork until moist clumps form.
Step 5: Spread the crumble mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely, then break into smaller, irregular pieces.
Step 6: Once the cookie base has cooled, sprinkle the crumble generously over the top. Garnish with ⅓ cup Christmas sprinkles (jimmies) for a festive touch. For more details, visit this step.
Step 7: Serve this sugar cookie base and crumble as a tasty dessert on its own, or use it as the perfect base and topping for a larger sugar cookie cheesecake by adding your favorite cheesecake filling.

Tips & Variations

Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and a tender texture.
For a festive twist, try swapping the Christmas sprinkles for chopped nuts or colored sugar crystals.
If you prefer a richer crumble, add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the crumble mixture before baking.
To make gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend suitable for baking.

Storage

Store the sugar cookie base and crumble separately in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crispness. Once assembled, refrigerate the combined dessert and consume within 2 days. To re-crisp the crumble, you can briefly warm it in a low oven before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the dough and crumble in advance?

Yes, you can prepare both the cookie dough and crumble mixture ahead of time. Wrap the dough tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking. Bake the crumble and keep it in an airtight container until ready to use.

Can I freeze the baked sugar cookie base and crumble?

Yes, both components freeze well. Wrap them separately in plastic wrap and then foil, freezing for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before assembling and serving.

Sugar Cookie Base with Crumble and Sprinkles Recipe

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This recipe details how to make a delicious sugar cookie base and crumble topping, perfect as a dessert on its own or as the foundational layer for a larger sugar cookie cheesecake. The base is a buttery, soft sugar cookie crust baked to golden perfection, topped with a sweet, crumbly mixture and festive Christmas sprinkles for added crunch and color.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 27 minutes
Total Time: 47 minutes
Yield: 9-inch springform pan 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Sugar Cookie Base (Crust)

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup Regenerative Organic Certified® Cane Sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Sugar Cookie Crumble (Topping)

1.25 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
1.5 cups Regenerative Organic Certified® Cane Sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 egg yolk, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
5 tbsp milk

Garnish

⅓ cup Christmas sprinkles (jimmies)

Instructions

Prepare Sugar Cookie Base (Crust): Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. In a mixer, cream ¾ cup softened butter and ½ cup cane sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the dry ingredients mixing on low speed just until a soft dough forms—do not overmix. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
Prepare Sugar Cookie Crumble/Topping: In a separate bowl, combine 1.25 cups flour, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1.5 cups cane sugar. Add ½ cup melted butter, 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 5 tablespoons milk. Mix with a fork until moist clumps form. Spread this mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely, then break into smaller, irregular crumble pieces.
Assemble and Garnish: After the sugar cookie base has cooled completely, sprinkle the prepared sugar cookie crumble generously over the top. Finish by garnishing with ⅓ cup of Christmas sprinkles (jimmies) to add vibrant color and festive flair.
Serve: Enjoy the sugar cookie base topped with the crumble and sprinkles as a delightful standalone dessert. Alternatively, use this as the foundational sugar cookie elements for a larger ‘Sugar Cookie Cheesecake’ by adding a cheesecake filling separately (not included in this recipe).

Notes

Make sure all dairy and eggs are at room temperature to ensure proper mixing and texture.
Press the base dough evenly for uniform baking and structure.
Do not overmix the dough when adding dry ingredients to keep the cookies tender.
Allow both base and crumble to cool completely before assembling to prevent melting or sogginess.
Christmas sprinkles add festive color but can be substituted or omitted based on preference.
Store crumble in an airtight container if making ahead to maintain crispiness.

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