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Delicious Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake topped with crushed Oreos

Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake

A rich and creamy dessert that pairs the beloved flavors of Oreos with a decadent cheesecake filling, topped with a silky chocolate ganache.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 24 pieces Oreos, crushed
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
Filling
  • 4 packages eight-ounce packages of cream cheese, at room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ cup melted chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream
Topping
  • Additional crushed and halved Oreos for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Crush the 24 Oreos into fine crumbs and combine with 6 tablespoons of melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until soft.
  2. Gradually add granulated and brown sugar, mixing at medium speed.
  3. Add cocoa powder and melted chocolate chips; mix until combined.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract and cornstarch.
  5. Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and spread evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
  2. Allow cheesecake to cool completely in the pan.
Ganache Topping
  1. Heat chocolate chips and heavy cream in a saucepan until smooth, then pour over the cooled cheesecake.
  2. Top with crushed and halved Oreos.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Tips to make Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake: Use room temperature cream cheese to make mixing easier and keep the cheesecake smooth. Don’t overmix to maintain fluffiness.