Ingredients
Method
Preparation of the Crust
- Crush all 24 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. You can use a food processor or a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
- Mix the cookie crumbs with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold in 6 crushed Oreos into the cheesecake filling.
Combine and Chill
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust and spread it evenly.
- Top with extra crushed Oreos.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight if preferred).
Serve
- Carefully release the cheesecake from the springform pan.
- Add whipped cream on top if desired, slice, and serve.
Notes
This cheesecake can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months, just thaw in the fridge before serving.