Description
An irresistible festive cheesecake that combines the rich flavors of red velvet with creamy cheesecake, creating the perfect holiday dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Oreo cookies, crushed
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by wrapping it tightly in aluminum foil.
- In a bowl, combine crushed Oreo cookies, melted butter, and sugar, then press into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, gradually add sugar, stir in vanilla, cocoa powder, and red food coloring.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture with sprinkles.
- Lower oven temperature to 325°F (160°C), place the springform pan in a larger roasting pan, and fill with hot water halfway. Bake for 1 hour.
- Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then cool outside for 2-3 hours before refrigerating for 6-8 hours or until firm.
- Remove from the pan, top with whipped cream and garnish with mini Oreos and extra sprinkles before serving.
Notes
For best results, let the ingredients come to room temperature before mixing to achieve a creamy texture. You can customize with different flavor extracts or toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg