Easy Oreo Cheesecake Bars
These Easy Oreo Cheesecake Bars are rich, creamy, and packed with crunchy Oreo chunks—your new favorite indulgent dessert made simple!
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 24 standard size Oreo cookies crushed
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 12 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs at room temperature
- 6 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 16 whole Oreos folded into batter
Instructions
Prepare the Oreo Crust
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Crush 24 Oreo cookies using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and smashing with a rolling pin until finely ground.
- Transfer the crumbs to a bowl and mix with the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of your greased 9x9-inch baking pan, creating a firm crust layer.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Next, blend in the sour cream and vanilla extract until the batter is silky and uniform.
Fold in the Whole Oreos
- Gently chop the remaining 16 Oreos into quarters or halves, depending on your preference for chunk size.
- Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold the cookie pieces into the cheesecake batter, being careful not to overmix to keep those Oreo chunks intact.
Assemble and Bake
- Pour the filling over the prepared Oreo crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly jiggly. Avoid overbaking to keep the cheesecake creamy.
Cool and Chill
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the cheesecake set fully.
Slice and Serve
- Use a sharp knife to cut into bars. For clean slices, wipe the knife with a warm damp cloth between cuts.
- Serve chilled and enjoy every bite of these decadent Easy Oreo Cheesecake Bars.
Equipment
- 9x9 inch baking pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric mixer or hand mixer
- Food processor or plastic bag and rolling pin
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Pulse whole Oreos slightly before folding for a smoother texture.
- Add a pinch of salt to the crust to enhance chocolate flavor.
- Chilling overnight is essential for bars to set and slice nicely.
- Use a warm, damp knife between slices for clean cuts.