Instructions: How to Make “The Best Oreo Cheesecake”
Now that you have all your ingredients and equipment ready, let’s get baking!
Preheat the Oven
Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (160°C). This will ensure your cheesecake bakes evenly.
Create the Oreo Crust
- In your food processor, crush 18 Oreo cookies until they are finely ground.
- Mix the crushed cookies with the melted butter.
- Press this cookie mixture into the bottom of your 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Make sure it’s evenly distributed and compacted.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s smooth and creamy.
- Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until well combined.
- One at a time, add the eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the coarsely chopped Oreo cookies. This will give your cheesecake delightful Oreo crunches.
Assemble and Bake
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the Oreo crust in your springform pan.
- Bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges have a light golden hue.
Cool and Chill
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to remove from the pan later.
- After cooling, run a knife around the edges to loosen the cheesecake.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for several hours or, ideally, overnight. This helps it set and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Garnish and Serve
- Before serving, add a generous dollop of whipped cream to the top of your cheesecake.
- Decorate with additional Oreo cookies for that wow factor.