Ingredients
Crust
- 35 Oreo cookies
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 12 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped
White Chocolate Ganache
- 8 oz white chocolate melting wafers
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Decoration
- 20 Oreo cookies (for decorating)
- Heavy whipping cream (for piping border)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Place 35 whole Oreos into a food processor and pulse on high speed until the cookies turn into fine crumbs. Pour in 5 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter and pulse again to combine evenly. Transfer the crumb mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and press it firmly across the bottom and up the sides to form the crust.
- Bake the crust: Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes to set the crust. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Make the cheesecake batter: In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add softened cream cheese and granulated sugar. Beat on high speed for about 5 minutes, scraping the bowl every couple of minutes to ensure a smooth, clump-free mixture.
- Add flavorings: Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream, continuing to beat on high speed for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Add eggs: Reduce mixer speed to low. Add eggs and egg yolk one at a time, waiting until yellow streaks disappear after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl thoroughly after all eggs are added to maintain even mixing.
- Incorporate chopped Oreos: Roughly chop 12 Oreo cookies and fold them gently into the cheesecake batter on low speed, taking care not to overmix to prevent cracking during baking.
- Bake the cheesecake: Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Pour the batter over the baked crust and bake in the center rack for 1 hour and 30 minutes. After baking, turn the oven off and leave the cheesecake inside without opening the door for several hours to cool gradually and prevent cracking.
- Chill the cheesecake: Once the cheesecake has cooled to room temperature, refrigerate it for 3-4 hours to fully set.
- Prepare the white chocolate ganache: Heat heavy cream to boiling and pour it over 8 ounces of white chocolate melting wafers. Stir until smooth. Allow the ganache to cool and thicken before pouring it evenly over the chilled cheesecake.
- Decorate: Sprinkle finely crumbled Oreo crumbs on top of the ganache and chill again until the ganache firms. Finish by piping a border of whipped heavy cream around the edge and garnishing with halved Oreo cookies.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth batter and to prevent lumps.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding eggs and chopped Oreos to avoid cracks during baking.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually inside the oven after baking to prevent surface cracks.
- You can substitute the white chocolate ganache with your favorite chocolate or skip it entirely for a simpler cheesecake.
- The cheesecake needs to chill thoroughly to achieve the best texture and flavor, so plan ahead.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 38 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American