Description
These Mini Oreo Cheesecakes are a delightful treat combining a classic Oreo cookie base with a creamy, luscious cheesecake filling. Perfectly portioned in a muffin pan, these bite-sized desserts are topped with crushed Oreos for an extra chocolatey crunch. Easy to prepare and bake, they make a great dessert for parties or a sweet snack any time.
Ingredients
Base
- 12 Oreos (gluten free or regular)
Cheesecake Filling
- ½ cup crushed Oreos (about 4 to 5 Oreos)
- 16 ounces room temperature cream cheese
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Pan: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin pan with paper liners to ensure easy removal of mini cheesecakes after baking.
- Add Oreo Base: Place one whole Oreo cookie at the bottom of each muffin liner to create the base layer for the cheesecakes.
- Beat Cream Cheese: Using a stand mixer, beat the room temperature cream cheese for about 2 minutes until it becomes smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add Sugar and Sour Cream: Incorporate the granulated sugar and sour cream into the cream cheese mixture and continue beating until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
- Add Vanilla and Eggs: Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the mixture. Beat just until combined, being careful not to over-mix as this could affect the texture.
- Fold in Crushed Oreos: Gently fold in the crushed Oreos into the cheesecake batter to evenly distribute the cookie pieces throughout.
- Fill Muffin Liners: Spoon the cheesecake filling on top of the Oreo cookie bases in the lined muffin pan, filling each liner almost to the top.
- Bake the Cheesecakes: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 16 minutes or until the cheesecakes are slightly wobbly in the center when the pan is gently shaken.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the cheesecakes from the oven and let them cool completely at room temperature for about 1 hour. Then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature before mixing.
- Do not overbeat the eggs to maintain a creamy cheesecake texture.
- Chilling the cheesecakes overnight improves flavor and firmness.
- Use gluten-free Oreos to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Line the muffin pan well to prevent sticking and aid in easy removal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
