Description
Oreo Cheesecake Bars combine a rich and creamy cheesecake filling with a crunchy Oreo crust for a decadent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. These bars are baked to perfection and chilled to set, creating a smooth and luscious treat with chunks of Oreo cookies throughout.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups Oreo cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped Oreo cookies (about 10 cookies)
- ½ cup sour cream
Topping
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prep the oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to facilitate easy removal later.
- Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the Oreo cookie crumbs with the melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish to create an even crust layer.
- Prepare the cheesecake batter: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Add in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine.
- Add eggs and mix-ins: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each to ensure incorporation. Gently fold in the chopped Oreo cookies and sour cream, mixing just until evenly distributed to avoid overmixing.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until the edges are set and the center still jiggles slightly when moved.
- Cool and chill: Remove the cheesecake bars from the oven and let them cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Serve: Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the cheesecake out of the pan and place it on a cutting board. Cut into bars and dust the tops lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smoother batter and to avoid lumps.
- Press the crust firmly and evenly to prevent it from crumbling when cutting.
- For a more intense Oreo flavor, you can increase the chopped cookies in the filling.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake bars overnight if possible; this will help them set better and improve flavor.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for a richer, creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Oreo cheesecake bars, no-bake cheesecake bars, creamy Oreo dessert, easy cheesecake recipe, Oreo crust cheesecake
