Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake
Experience the perfect harmony of rich chocolate and vibrant red velvet with this Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake. Nestled on a crunchy Oreo crust, this decadent dessert features a creamy filling that melds smooth cream cheese with the classic flavors of red velvet cake. Ideal for special occasions or to impress loved ones, this cheesecake promises to delight your taste buds and elevate any gathering.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Oreo cookies (for crust)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 cups red velvet cake mix
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then blend in eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until combined.
- Gently fold in the red velvet cake mix until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter over the crust, dollop remaining batter on top, and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off oven and cool inside for an hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg