Description
Oreo Cheesecake Bites bring creamy indulgence to classic cookies with minimal effort. Rich chocolate crumbs and smooth cream cheese create irresistible mini desserts that make quick celebrations delightful for anyone craving a sweet moment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package Oreo cookies (405 g)
- 1 lb cream cheese (454 g)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240 g)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (90 g)
Binding/Flavor Ingredients:
- 3 ounces unsalted butter (85 g, melted)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (4 g)
Instructions
- Pulverize Oreo cookies in a food processor until finely ground, setting aside of crumbs for later use.
- Melt unsalted butter (113 grams or ) in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
- Prepare an 8-inch x 8-inch (20 cm x 20 cm) baking pan by lightly brushing with melted butter and layering with parchment paper, ensuring excess paper hangs over the sides for easy removal.
- Combine remaining ground Oreo cookies with melted butter, mixing thoroughly with a fork.
- Transfer the Oreo and butter mixture into the prepared pan, pressing down firmly and evenly using the bottom of a measuring cup to create a compact crust.
- Refrigerate the crust while preparing the filling.
- Whip heavy cream (240 milliliters or ), of granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixer until stiff peaks form.
- In the same mixing bowl, beat cream cheese (453 grams or ) with remaining of sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the reserved of Oreo crumbs, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Pour the Oreo cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, until completely set.
- Remove from freezer and lift the cheesecake out of the pan using the parchment paper overhangs.
- Slice into bite-sized squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Chilling is crucial for achieving the perfect texture, so patience pays off when freezing this dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly with the whipped cream.
- Crushing Oreos finely creates a delectable, uniform crust that holds together beautifully and provides a rich chocolate base.
- Parchment paper trick makes removing the cheesecake a breeze, preventing any messy cutting or sticking to the pan.
- Clean mixing bowl between whipping cream and beating cream cheese saves time and reduces unnecessary dish washing.
- Cutting into bite-sized squares makes this dessert perfect for parties, gatherings, or a delightful personal treat that’s easy to share.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg