Indulge in these bite-sized Oreo cheesecakes, complete with a rich Oreo base and a creamy topping, for the ultimate Oreo lover's treat.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 160g Oreo cookies, finely crushed
- 50g butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 340g cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 8 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped
For the Oreo Whipped Cream:
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 80g Oreo cookies, crushed
Instructions:
- Crust Preparation:
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Mix the finely crushed Oreo crumbs with melted butter until well combined.
- Distribute a teaspoon of the mixture into each muffin cup, pressing down to form the crust. Bake for 5-8 minutes, then cool. Lower oven temperature to 280°F (140°C).
- Filling Mix:
- Blend the softened cream cheese with sour cream and sugar until creamy. Gradually mix in the eggs, egg yolk, heavy cream, salt, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the chopped Oreos.
- Baking:
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the crusts and tap to release air bubbles.
- Bake at the reduced temperature for about 15 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly. Allow the cheesecakes to cool inside the oven with the door ajar.
- Chilling:
- Once cooled to room temperature, chill the cheesecakes in the refrigerator tightly covered for at least 5 hours or preferably overnight.
Notes:
- Use ingredients at room temperature, especially cream cheese and eggs, for a lump-free, smooth cheesecake batter.
- Mix the cheesecake batter on a low speed, adding eggs one at a time to prevent overbeating.
- Frequently scrape the sides of the bowl to ensure an even mix.
- Avoid opening the oven prematurely to prevent temperature fluctuations that could cause cracks.
- For the whipped cream, use crushed Oreos for added texture and flavor.
These mini Oreo cheesecakes are a delightful, individual-sized dessert perfect for gatherings or as a treat for the Oreo enthusiast in your life. Enjoy the harmony of flavors and textures from the crunchy crust to the velvety filling, all topped with a luscious Oreo whipped cream.
