Description
Indulgent red velvet oreo cheesecake brings together classic American dessert flavors in a rich, creamy masterpiece. Chocolate cookie crust and silky cream cheese filling create an irresistible dessert slice that will satisfy your deepest sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
Cheesecake Base:
- 3 packages (8 ounces/226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Crust and Cookie Layers:
- 24 oreo cookies
- 16 oreo cookies, coarsely chopped
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (56 grams/2 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (56 grams/2 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
Frosting:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 325F (160C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with grease and parchment paper.
- Create the Oreo crust by grinding cookies in a food processor until fine, then blend with melted butter until well combined.
- Press the cookie mixture evenly into the pan’s bottom, then refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition and scraping bowl sides.
- Blend sour cream, buttermilk, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and red food coloring until the mixture is uniform and vibrant.
- Pour half the red velvet cheesecake batter over the chilled Oreo crust.
- Distribute chopped Oreo cookies evenly across the first batter layer.
- Carefully pour remaining batter over the Oreo layer, ensuring even coverage.
- Position the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until edges are set and center remains slightly wobbly.
- Turn off oven, leaving cheesecake inside with door slightly open for one hour to prevent cracking.
- Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or overnight to achieve perfect set.
- Whip cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Remove chilled cheesecake from pan and transfer to serving plate.
- Decorate top with piped or spread cream cheese frosting.
- Slice and serve this decadent dessert, showcasing its stunning layers and rich flavors.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese and eggs at room temperature for smoother, lump-free batter that blends perfectly.
- Crush Oreo cookies finely to create a compact, even crust that holds together beautifully when sliced.
- Prevent cheesecake cracking by using a water bath method or gradually cooling in the oven with the door slightly open.
- Swap food coloring with natural alternatives like beetroot powder for a healthier, vibrant red color option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 478 kcal
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg