Oreo cheesecake is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in the comfort of your own home. The creamy and rich cheesecake is paired with a crunchy Oreo crust to create the perfect balance of flavors and textures. This recipe is perfect for those who love Oreos and cheesecake.
Ingredients
For the crust, you will need: - 2 cups of crushed Oreos - 1/4 cup of granulated sugar - 1/3 cup of melted butter For the cheesecake filling, you will need: - 3 packages of cream cheese (8 oz each) - 1 cup of granulated sugar - 1 tsp of vanilla extract - 3 eggs - 1/2 cup of sour cream - 1/2 cup of heavy cream - 20 Oreos, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). 2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. 3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. 4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes and then let it cool while you prepare the filling. 5. In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. 6. Add the sugar and vanilla extract and beat until well combined. 7. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. 8. Add the sour cream and heavy cream and beat until the mixture is smooth. 9. Fold in the chopped Oreos. 10. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust. 11. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cheesecake is set. 12. Let the cheesecake cool for 10 minutes in the oven with the door open. 13. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. 14. Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 2 hours or overnight. 15. To serve, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and garnish with additional chopped Oreos if desired.
Nutrition
This Oreo cheesecake recipe serves 12 people and each serving contains approximately: - 563 calories - 42g fat - 33g carbohydrates - 9g protein
Tips and Variations
- For a more chocolaty flavor, you can mix some cocoa powder into the crust. - If you prefer a smoother cheesecake, you can blend the Oreos into a fine powder instead of chopping them. - You can also use different flavors of Oreos for a different twist on this recipe. - You can drizzle chocolate sauce or caramel sauce over the cheesecake for added flavor and decoration. - Make sure to let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating it to prevent condensation from forming on the surface.