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Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake

Indulge in this delightful Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake, a perfect blend of rich red velvet and creamy cheesecake with a crunchy Oreo crust. Ideal for any occasion!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo cookies, crushed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 large eggs Add one at a time
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp cocoa powder For extra flavor
  • 1/2 cup crushed Oreo cookies For mixing in
  • 1-2 tbsp red food coloring Depending on desired shade
For the Topping
  • Whipped cream For garnish
  • Additional crushed Oreos To sprinkle on top

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter. Mix until it resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
Making the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until creamy (about 2-3 minutes). Gradually mix in the sugar, then add sour cream, eggs (one at a time!), flour, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. Beat until smooth.
  2. Stir in the red food coloring until your batter reaches the desired shade.
  3. Fold in the crushed Oreo cookies gently.
Baking
  1. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Tap the pan gently to remove any air bubbles. Bake for about 55-60 minutes.
  2. Once it's done baking, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit for an hour inside with the door slightly ajar. Then refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or overnight.
Serving
  1. Release the cheesecake from the springform pan. Top with whipped cream and extra crushed Oreos. Slice and serve.

Notes

For best results, consider baking in a water bath to avoid cracks. Leftover cream cheese can be used for frosting or spreads. Customize by experimenting with different flavors.