Description
A rich and creamy Peanut Butter Oreo Cheesecake that combines the flavors of peanut butter and Oreo cookies for a decadent dessert.
Ingredients
- 24 Oreo cookies, crushed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well coated.
- Press the Oreo mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until just combined. If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Pour the peanut butter cheesecake filling over the cooled Oreo crust and spread it evenly.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, garnish with additional crushed Oreos or chocolate chips if desired.
Notes
- For a chocolate twist, use chocolate Oreos instead of regular ones for the crust.
- Add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the cheesecake before chilling for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg