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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a springform pan with baking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press half of the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of the prepared springform pan, and press the remaining mixture along the sides.
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Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and allow it to cool completely.
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In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla cake mix powder and granulated sugar, and mix at medium speed until well combined.
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Using a spatula, fold in 8 ounces of thawed Cool Whip. Gently stir in ¼ cup of the rainbow-colored sprinkles until evenly distributed.
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Transfer the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust. Spread evenly and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours until set.
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Before serving, garnish the cheesecake with additional Cool Whip and a sprinkle of rainbow-colored sprinkles.