Festive Red Velvet Cheesecake with Oreo Crust Recipe
This Festive Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake with Oreo Crust combines the rich flavors of classic red velvet cake with creamy cheesecake, all nestled on a crunchy Oreo cookie crust. Perfect for holiday celebrations, this dessert offers a delightful blend of textures and festive colors, sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes plus overnight chilling
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust
- 24 Oreo cookies, crushed
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 box (15.25 oz) red velvet cake mix
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the Oreo cookies using a food processor until fine crumbs form. Mix these crumbs with the melted unsalted butter until the mixture is well combined.
- Bake Crust: Press the Oreo and butter mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, allowing it to set firmly.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy and smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing continuously to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth texture.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Add the eggs one at a time to the cream cheese mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition to fully incorporate. Stir in the sour cream and pure vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Cake Mix: Gently fold in the red velvet cake mix into the cream cheese mixture just until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled Oreo crust, spreading it evenly. Bake in the oven for 55 to 60 minutes until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly when shaken.
- Cool and Chill: Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside to cool for one hour, which helps prevent cracking. Then refrigerate the cheesecake overnight to fully set and develop flavors before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to achieve a smooth filling.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the red velvet cake mix to keep the texture tender.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually in the oven to prevent cracks on the surface.
- Chilling overnight is important for the cheesecake to firm up and enhance flavor.
- Use a springform pan for easier removal of the cheesecake after baking.
Keywords: Christmas cheesecake, red velvet cheesecake, Oreo crust cheesecake, holiday desserts, festive cheesecake
