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Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake

Irresistible Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake You Must Try Today

Experience the rich flavors of Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake, combining creamy cheesecake with a crunchy Oreo crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 7 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Cookies crushed
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
For the Cheesecake
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Red Velvet Cake Mix
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream hot
  • 2 cups Chocolate Chips dark chocolate recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream for decoration
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries for decoration

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer

Method
 

How to Make Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake
  1. Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter until fully combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of a springform pan for a firm foundation.
  2. Beat the cream cheese with granulated sugar, eggs, and red velvet cake mix until smooth and creamy. Pour this mixture over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip cream cheese, sugar, and eggs until smooth. Gently pour this layer over the red velvet layer, creating a lovely two-tone effect.
  4. Place the springform pan in a water bath and bake at 325°F for about 60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool with the door ajar for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 7 hours to achieve that creamy texture.
  6. Heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Stir until melted and smooth for a gorgeous ganache.
  7. Once the cheesecake is chilled, pour the ganache over the top and garnish with whipped cream or any additional toppings of your choice for a stunning finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To achieve the best flavor and texture, refrigerate your cheesecake for at least 7 hours, but overnight is even better!

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