Start by pressing your sugar cookie dough into the bottom of a cheesecake pan, and bake according to package instructions.
Let cool and chill in fridge after cooled while you prepare filling.
In a large mixing bowl, mix together cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add in sugar and vanilla, and blend on high until smooth.
Add in cool whip and gently mix by hand until well blended.
Next, add in 3/4 of the container of sprinkles and mix by hand.
Remove cheesecake pan from fridge and fill with cheesecake filling.
Smooth out the top with the round side of a metal spoon.
Chill in the fridge for 3 hours, until firmly set.
Top with left over sprinkles, and slice.
Serve and enjoy!