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Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake

Irresistible Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake for All Occasions

This Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake is a luscious dessert combining rich flavors that impress at any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Cookies Gluten-free cookie options work well
  • 4 tablespoons Butter (melted) Dairy-free option for vegan
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider sugar alternative
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a substitute
  • 3 large Eggs Use at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Choose high-quality cocoa
  • as needed Red Food Coloring Adjust for desired vibrancy
For Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream as a dairy-free alternative

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • electric mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Crush about 24 Oreo cookies until fine crumbs. Combine with 4 tablespoons of melted butter and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Beat 16 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar.
  4. Add 1 cup of sour cream and 3 eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
  5. Sift in 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and add red food coloring, mixing until combined.
  6. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared Oreo crust and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 60-75 minutes until the edges are set but the center has a slight wobble.
  8. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for about one hour to cool slowly.
  9. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight.
  10. Whip 1 cup of heavy whipping cream to soft peaks and spread over the cheesecake just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Top with freshly whipped cream and crushed Oreos for presentation.

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