Description
Indulgent mint oreo cheesecake promises a delightful journey through creamy, chocolatey layers of pure bliss. Cool mint and rich chocolate dance together, creating an irresistible dessert that beckons you to savor each heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (453 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed Oreo cookies
- 1/3 cup (75 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Flavor and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mint extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sour cream
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Chopped mint Oreo cookies for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the springform pan by lightly greasing and lining the bottom with parchment paper. Set oven temperature to 325F (165C).
- Create the crust by pulverizing Oreo cookies into fine crumbs, then blend with melted butter until thoroughly moistened. Press mixture compactly into pan’s base, ensuring an even layer.
- Craft the cheesecake filling by whipping cream cheese until silky smooth. Gradually incorporate sugar, then blend in eggs individually, maintaining a uniform consistency. Fold in sour cream, vanilla extract, heavy cream, crushed mint Oreos, and peppermint extract until ingredients are harmoniously combined.
- Gently transfer cheesecake batter into prepared crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula to eliminate air pockets and create an even distribution.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, monitoring until center appears slightly firm and edges develop a subtle golden hue. Switch off oven, leaving cheesecake inside with door slightly ajar for one hour to prevent cracking.
- Remove cheesecake from oven and allow complete cooling at room temperature. Refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or preferably overnight to enhance flavor development.
- Whip chilled heavy cream in a cold bowl until soft peaks emerge. Introduce powdered sugar and peppermint extract, continuing to whip until peaks become sturdy and structured.
- Generously spread mint Oreo whipped cream across chilled cheesecake’s surface. Embellish with additional crushed mint Oreos and delicate fresh mint leaves for visual appeal.
Notes
- Prevent Cracks: To avoid surface cracks, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter, which can incorporate too much air.
- Water Bath Alternative: If you want an extra-smooth texture, place the springform pan in a water bath during baking to create more even heating and reduce cracking.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Swap regular Oreos with gluten-free Oreo-style cookies and use gluten-free graham crackers for a celiac-friendly version of this dessert.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: This cheesecake can be prepared up to 3 days in advance, making it perfect for stress-free entertaining and party planning.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 50 minutes (including baking and cooling in the oven)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 195 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg