Description
This Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake is a show-stopping dessert with layers of crunchy Oreo crust, creamy red velvet cheesecake, and smooth vanilla cheesecake, all topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving an indulgent treat!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Oreo Crust:
- 2 ½ cups Oreo cookie crumbs (about 25–30 cookies, crushed)
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
For the Vanilla Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For Garnish (Optional):
- Whipped cream
- Oreo cookie crumbs
- Whole Oreos
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Oreo Crust
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Mix Oreo cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Step 2: Make the Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, eggs, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, mixing until combined.
- Pour the red velvet batter over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
Step 3: Make the Vanilla Cheesecake Layer
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Carefully pour over the red velvet layer, smoothing the top.
Step 4: Bake the Cheesecake
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Step 5: Make the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until hot (but not boiling).
- Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Let cool slightly, then pour over the cheesecake, spreading evenly.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Pipe whipped cream around the edges and sprinkle with Oreo crumbs.
- Decorate with whole Oreos on top.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!