Description
Indulge in the lusciousness of Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake, a dessert that artfully combines the rich essence of red velvet cake with the creamy texture of cheesecake. This visually stunning treat features a crunchy Oreo crust, layered with smooth red velvet and vanilla cheesecake batters, all topped off with a decadent chocolate ganache. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion, this cheesecake is not just a feast for the eyes but also a delightful explosion of flavors that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With straightforward steps and make-ahead convenience, this cheesecake is as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups Oreo cookie crumbs
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ½ tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a springform pan and line with parchment paper.
- Mix Oreo crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes and let cool.
- For the red velvet layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add sour cream, eggs, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and food coloring. Pour over cooled crust.
- For the vanilla layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; mix in sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour over red velvet layer.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center is jiggly.
- Let cool in oven with door ajar for an hour, then chill in refrigerator for at least six hours.
- Make ganache by heating heavy cream then pouring over chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Pour over chilled cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg