Description
Decadent Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake with a creamy filling, Oreo crust, and optional red velvet swirl. A show-stopping dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 36 Oreo cookies (Red Velvet flavor preferred, or regular), finely crushed
- 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
- 32 ounces (900g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) sour cream, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring (gel recommended)
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
- 6 Red Velvet Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped
- 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring (gel recommended)
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Whipped cream
- Crushed Red Velvet Oreo cookies
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos finely using a food processor or in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
- In a medium bowl, combine crushed Oreos with melted butter until evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- (Optional) Pre-bake the crust at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add sugar, beating until well combined.
- Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Add red food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
- Sprinkle in flour and mix until just combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gently fold in chopped Red Velvet Oreo cookies.
- In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and milk.
- Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Pour cheesecake filling into the prepared Oreo crust.
- If using the swirl, drop spoonfuls of the red velvet mixture over the filling and gently swirl with a knife or skewer.
- Wrap the bottom of the springform pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Place the wrapped pan in a larger roasting pan and pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 70-80 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
- Turn off the oven and crack the oven door slightly. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Remove from the water bath and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
- Garnish with whipped cream, crushed Oreo cookies, and fresh berries (optional).
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for a smooth filling.
- Don’t overmix the filling to prevent cracking.
- The water bath is essential for a creamy, crack-free cheesecake.
- Cool the cheesecake gradually in the oven to prevent cracking.
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 6 hours to allow it to fully set.
- Feel free to experiment with different flavors and toppings.
- Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes