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I am obsessed with this Ultimate OREO Cheesecake. I adore the way an Oreo Cream Cheesecake feels dense and silky, with chunks of Oreos that break up the richness.

I love that the whole thing reads like one big Oreo Cheesecake Desserts dream, cookie crust and a whisper of mascarpone cheese, cold on top. But it’s not precious.

It’s loud, chocolate cookie crunch against tangy cream. And that frosting?

Just enough sweetness to make you want another slice. Real dessert drama.

No frills, just giant, glorious bites that make me forget everything else, every single time. and crave it again.

Ingredients

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Oreo crumbs: crunchy base that keeps the cake from being boring.
Unsalted butter: basically holds the crust together, rich and toasty.
Cream cheese: tangy, creamy heart of the cheesecake — it’s everything.
Granulated sugar: sweetens without weighing the filling down too much.
Sour cream: adds silkiness and a slight tang, keeps it moist.
Heavy cream (batter): smooths the texture, makes it luxuriously creamy.
Eggs: give structure and a custardy, sliceable finish to the cake.
Cornstarch or flour: tames the filling so it isn’t jiggly.
Vanilla extract: warmth and depth, subtle but really matters.
Pinch of salt: wakes up the sweet, keeps flavors balanced.
Chopped Oreos: pockets of chocolate crunch throughout the filling.
Mascarpone: velvety richness, makes the filling extra plush.
Heavy cream (frosting): whips into a light, cloud-like top layer.
Powdered sugar: sweetens the frosting without grittiness, smooth finish.
Vanilla for frosting: ties the cream to the cake’s flavor.
Whole Oreos for decorating: basically the finishing touch, playful and classic.

Ingredient Quantities

24 Oreo cookies, finely crushed into crumbs (about 2 cups)

6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (about 85 g)

32 oz cream cheese, softened (4 8-oz packages, 907 g)

1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)

1 cup sour cream, room temp (240 g)

1/4 cup heavy cream (60 ml)

4 large eggs, room temp

1 tbsp cornstarch or all purpose flour (8 g)

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

pinch of salt

16 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped, folded into the batter

8 oz mascarpone cheese, cold (226 g)

1 cup heavy cream for frosting (240 ml)

1/2 cup powdered sugar for frosting (60 g), sifted if lumpy

1 tsp vanilla extract for frosting

6 to 8 whole Oreos or halves for decorating the top

How to Make this

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1. Preheat oven to 325 F. Wrap the outside bottom and sides of a 9 inch springform pan with heavy duty foil so water wont leak in during the water bath. Crush 24 Oreos into fine crumbs (about 2 cups), mix with 6 tbsp melted butter until it looks like wet sand, press firmly into bottom (and slightly up the sides if you want) and chill in the fridge while you make the filling.

2. Beat 32 oz softened cream cheese with 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 tbsp cornstarch (or flour) at medium-low speed until very smooth and no lumps remain, scrape bowl often, cuz lumps will mess up the texture.

3. Add 1 tsp vanilla and a pinch of salt, then mix in 1 cup sour cream and 1/4 cup heavy cream just until combined. Keep mixing gentle; too much air will cause cracks.

4. Add 4 large room temp eggs one at a time, mixing on low just until each is incorporated. Stop as soon as the batter is smooth and silky.

5. Fold in the 16 coarsely chopped Oreos by hand with a spatula so the chunks stay chunky and you dont overmix the batter.

6. Pour batter into the chilled crust, smooth top. Place the springform pan inside a larger roasting pan, then carefully pour hot tap water into the roasting pan until it reaches about halfway up the side of the springform pan for a water bath.

7. Bake 55 to 70 minutes until the edges are set and center still slightly jiggly when you gently shake the pan. Turn oven off, crack the door open and let cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour to reduce cracking.

8. Remove cheesecake from oven, lift out of water bath, unwrap foil and cool to room temp on a rack, then refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight. Chilling overnight gives best texture.

9. For the mascarpone frosting whip 8 oz cold mascarpone with 1 cup cold heavy cream, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla on medium-high until soft peaks form and it holds shape. Keep it cold so it doesnt get runny.

10. Spread the mascarpone frosting over the chilled cheesecake, decorate with 6 to 8 whole or halved Oreos on top, refrigerate 30 minutes before slicing. Tip: run a sharp knife under hot water and wipe dry between slices for clean cuts.

Equipment Needed

1. 9-inch springform pan (wrap with heavy duty foil for the water bath)
2. Large roasting pan (big enough to hold the springform for the water bath)
3. Electric mixer (stand or hand mixer)
4. Mixing bowls (one large for cream cheese batter and one for crumbs)
5. Food processor or heavy zip-top bag and rolling pin (to crush Oreos)
6. Rubber spatula and a whisk (for scraping and gentle folding)
7. Measuring cups and spoons (for butter, sugar, cornstarch, creams, vanilla)
8. Cooling rack and oven mitts (cool on rack after water bath, protect hands)

FAQ

Q: Can I make the cheesecake ahead of time? A: Yes, totally. You can bake it a day ahead and chill it overnight for best texture, or make it up to 3 days ahead with the frosting on the side. If you need more time, wrap it well and freeze for up to 2 months, thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

Q: My cheesecake cracked. How do I fix or prevent that? A: Cracks happen when the batter is overmixed or the oven temp is too hot. Mix only until smooth and not more. Bake in a water bath or place a pan of hot water on the rack below to keep heat even. If it does crack, cover with the frosting and crushed Oreos, or a sour cream topping to hide it.

Q: Do I need a water bath? A: Not absolutely, but I recommend it for the creamiest, crack-free result. Wrap the springform with foil to stop water leaks, set it in a larger pan and pour hot water partway up the sides. If you skip it, bake at the lower end of the temp range and watch closely.

Q: Can I swap mascarpone or use only cream cheese? A: You can use all cream cheese if you dont have mascarpone, but the mascarpone adds silkiness and a slight tang. If you use only cream cheese, the texture will still be great but a touch denser.

Q: Why is my cheesecake soupy in the center? A: That usually means it was underbaked or cooled too quickly. The edges should be set and the center should jiggle like thick pudding. When it looks almost set, turn off the oven, crack the door and let it cool slowly for 30 to 60 minutes before chilling. Then refrigerate at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.

Q: How do I keep Oreos from getting soggy in the crust or filling? A: For the crust, mix Oreo crumbs with melted butter until just combined and press firmly to make a tight seal. Bake the crust 8 minutes before filling to set it. For the chunks folded into batter, toss them in a light flour dusting so they dont sink or get soggy during baking.

The ULTIMATE Oreo Cheesecake Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Unsalted butter (6 tbsp) — use melted coconut oil for a hint of coconut, or vegan buttery spread if you need dairy free. Both work about 1:1, though coconut oil may make crust a touch softer.
Cream cheese (32 oz) — Neufchatel is the closest lower fat swap, or blend equal parts ricotta and a little powdered sugar for a slightly lighter, grainier texture. If you must, use full fat Greek yogurt strained well, but it’ll be tangier and less firm.
Sour cream (1 cup) — plain full fat Greek yogurt is the best stand in, almost identical flavor, or mix 3/4 cup yogurt with 1/4 cup heavy cream for richness. Buttermilk can work in a pinch, expect more tang and a looser batter.
Mascarpone (8 oz) — substitute equal parts cream cheese softened for a firmer, tangier frosting, or blend cream cheese with a tablespoon of heavy cream to get a closer, creamier mouthfeel. For dairy free, use a thick cashew cream.

Pro Tips

1) Let everything warm up properly. If the cream cheese or eggs are cold you will get lumps or overmixed batter trying to smooth it out. Take the blocks out 1 to 2 hours before you start. Don’t try to microwave them unless you like uneven goo.

2) Wrap the pan really well and test for leaks. I usually double wrap the bottom and run a little water in the foil before filling the roasting pan to see if any tiny holes show up. A soaked crust is a nightmare to fix.

3) Beat slow and stop when it looks smooth. High speed = air = cracks. Mix the eggs in one at a time on low and fold the chopped Oreos by hand so the chunks stay chunky. If you get a hairline crack, cover with plastic wrap while it cools in the oven and that helps hide it.

4) Keep the frosting cold and don’t overwhip. Mascarpone turns runny fast, so chill the bowl and beaters, stop at soft to medium peaks, and chill the whole cheesecake after frosting so slices hold together. For clean slices dip your knife in hot water and wipe it between cuts.

The ULTIMATE Oreo Cheesecake Recipe

Recipe by Samantha Dalling

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Servings

servings

Calories

882

kcal

Equipment: 1. 9-inch springform pan (wrap with heavy duty foil for the water bath)
2. Large roasting pan (big enough to hold the springform for the water bath)
3. Electric mixer (stand or hand mixer)
4. Mixing bowls (one large for cream cheese batter and one for crumbs)
5. Food processor or heavy zip-top bag and rolling pin (to crush Oreos)
6. Rubber spatula and a whisk (for scraping and gentle folding)
7. Measuring cups and spoons (for butter, sugar, cornstarch, creams, vanilla)
8. Cooling rack and oven mitts (cool on rack after water bath, protect hands)

Ingredients

24 Oreo cookies, finely crushed into crumbs (about 2 cups)
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (about 85 g)
32 oz cream cheese, softened (4 8-oz packages, 907 g)
1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
1 cup sour cream, room temp (240 g)
1/4 cup heavy cream (60 ml)
4 large eggs, room temp
1 tbsp cornstarch or all purpose flour (8 g)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
pinch of salt
16 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped, folded into the batter
8 oz mascarpone cheese, cold (226 g)
1 cup heavy cream for frosting (240 ml)
1/2 cup powdered sugar for frosting (60 g), sifted if lumpy
1 tsp vanilla extract for frosting
6 to 8 whole Oreos or halves for decorating the top

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 F. Wrap the outside bottom and sides of a 9 inch springform pan with heavy duty foil so water wont leak in during the water bath. Crush 24 Oreos into fine crumbs (about 2 cups), mix with 6 tbsp melted butter until it looks like wet sand, press firmly into bottom (and slightly up the sides if you want) and chill in the fridge while you make the filling.
Beat 32 oz softened cream cheese with 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 tbsp cornstarch (or flour) at medium-low speed until very smooth and no lumps remain, scrape bowl often, cuz lumps will mess up the texture.
Add 1 tsp vanilla and a pinch of salt, then mix in 1 cup sour cream and 1/4 cup heavy cream just until combined. Keep mixing gentle; too much air will cause cracks.
Add 4 large room temp eggs one at a time, mixing on low just until each is incorporated. Stop as soon as the batter is smooth and silky.
Fold in the 16 coarsely chopped Oreos by hand with a spatula so the chunks stay chunky and you dont overmix the batter.
Pour batter into the chilled crust, smooth top. Place the springform pan inside a larger roasting pan, then carefully pour hot tap water into the roasting pan until it reaches about halfway up the side of the springform pan for a water bath.
Bake 55 to 70 minutes until the edges are set and center still slightly jiggly when you gently shake the pan. Turn oven off, crack the door open and let cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour to reduce cracking.
Remove cheesecake from oven, lift out of water bath, unwrap foil and cool to room temp on a rack, then refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight. Chilling overnight gives best texture.
For the mascarpone frosting whip 8 oz cold mascarpone with 1 cup cold heavy cream, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla on medium-high until soft peaks form and it holds shape. Keep it cold so it doesnt get runny.
Spread the mascarpone frosting over the chilled cheesecake, decorate with 6 to 8 whole or halved Oreos on top, refrigerate 30 minutes before slicing. Tip: run a sharp knife under hot water and wipe dry between slices for clean cuts.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.