
I’ve been in the mood lately for a decadent dessert. I think it’s the beginning of the Fall season when I start to crave something a little more over-the-top, something to make for the holidays and all the events in between.
There is no doubt this Butterscotch Overload Cheesecake with Shortbread Crust satisfies all those needs. You are literally going to melt when you take your first bite. In fact, I would think this recipe will grace your family’s table for a long time to come. It’s that good. Best part is, it’s a really creamy cheesecake, which makes it taste light, even though true decadence is involved here.




I promise everyone will swoon over this dessert with every bite.
Jana B says
Wow, how incredible is this? I love the idea of a shortbread crust. So easy too with the already made cookies!!
Cathy says
Yep, takes the cheesecake to a new level of flavor.
Ellie says
Oh my goodness…what a delightful sounding cheesecake. The little doggies on their are such a nice touch. My family loves butterscotch so I will making this soon. Love the crust too.
Cathy says
I know, they make me smile too.
Cynthia says
I love the way you think. This cheesecake has me drooling. Thanks for the tips about the oven and fridge, I always pull my cheesecakes out too early!
PassTheKnife says
Mmm, looks great! I want to try out that crust!
Cathy says
You will love it!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
ha! those scotty dogs are so cute! loving this cake!
*** Uwe *** says
That! Looks! Great!
But unfortunately I’m lactose and gluten intolerant. So I might try your cake in my next life… 😉
All the best from Germany,
Uwe.
Cathy says
Aw too bad.
Amy @Very Culinary says
Walker’s makes the best shortbread! I haven’t seen those doggies, though – so cute! Also? Butterscotch is so underused. LOVE this amazing dessert.
Cathy says
Be on the lookout!
Karly says
Love that you used Walker’s for the crust! They make the best shortbread and this cheesecake looks like the perfect pairing!
Carolyn says
Those cookies are ADORABLE! Love them on the top of the cake.
Cathy says
Yep, they are show-stoppers for sure.
Mary says
This is easily the cutest cheesecake I have ever seen! Love the shortbread crust too.
Cathy says
Thanks Mary!
Nicole says
Wow! This cheesecake looks amazing! I love those cute little cookies!
Cathy says
Me too.
Lindsey | Cafe Johnsonia says
I cannot get over how darling those little scottie dogs are!!! We’ve been fans of Walker’s for years and years. I will definitely have to try using them in a crust. Butterscotch is perfect with shortbread. Looks so fabulous, Cathy!
Cathy says
Shortbread crust is the bomb!!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
Craving this now! So incredibly delicious!
Cathy says
Wish I could send you a piece.
Jenny Flake says
Oh my goodness I am drooling over here! Gorgeous cheesecake!!
Cathy says
Well, thank you.
Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says
Super sweet! Love this cheesecake. And our girls would LOVE a cheesecake with Scottie dogs!!
Cathy says
Yes, my boys loved the idea. Said I should make it for our dog’s Birthday LOL.
Nutmeg Nanny says
Love this cheesecake! The addition of shortbread is perfect.
Cathy says
It really does make a yummy crust.
Marly says
You know, a westie is just a scottie dog, minus the color. That’s my expert opinion on that. And I have a westie so I prefer to think of this as a pumpkin cheesecake with cute, little westie cookies. Now I love it even more!
Cathy says
He-he.
DessertForTwo says
It’s just that I don’t think this is overload. I think it’s the perfect amount of butterscotch 😉
Cathy says
Well, I would agree.
Kristen says
What a moment of kismet that you just happened to post this on it’s special holiday!
Loving those cutie pie scottie dogs… I need cookies shaped like my mutt 🙂
Cathy says
Yeah I would love some shortbread Lab cookies, chocolate flavor of course!!
Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire says
Yum, this sounds delicious! Cheesecake is my favorite and Walkers happens to be my favorite shortbread brand.
Des @ Life's Ambrosia says
That is one gorgeous cheesecake lady! I could eat it all year round, not just fall 🙂
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
This sure is decadent! Oh my gosh. Shortbread? Butterscotch??? I’m dying.
Nikki @Seeded at the Table says
What adorable little dogs! And, c’mon, butterscotch?? — YES!
Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says
Cheesecake is definitely a decadent dessert and this looks scrumptious! Love the combo of flavors and it looks so pretty. 🙂
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says
What cute little cookies! Looks yummy!