By: Heaven Marquez 

Cheesecake is definitely one of my top 5 favorite desserts, and not having to bake just makes it taste even better. Today I will be introducing you to your next favorite dessert- Oreo cheesecake. 

For the COOKIE CRUST you’ll need-

• 24 Oreo cookies (just the cookie part- no filling) about 1 ½  cups
• 6 tablespoons of melted butter

For the CHEESECAKE FILLING you will need-

• 16 ounces of cream cheese
• ½ cup of granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla
• 2 ½ cups of heavy whipping cream
• 1 ½ cups of powdered sugar
• 15 crushed cookies (about a cup) 
• Hot fudge
• Cookie filling from 24 Oreos for cookie crust

Instructions-

OREO CRUST

1. Add the 24 Oreos to a food processor until the cookies are finely crushed.
2. In a large mixing bowl add the crushed cookies and melted butter together and stir.
3. Pour the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and press into the bottom and sides.
4. Place into the refrigerator to chill.

CHEESECAKE FILLING

1. In a large mixing bowl beat the cream cheese until it’s light and fluffy. Add in the sugar, vanilla, and cookie filling. 
2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer until it thickens. Add in powdered sugar and beat until peaks form.
3. Fold 2 cups whipped cream mixture and crushed Oreos (reserve ¼ cups for garnish) into the cream cheese.
4. Pour mixture on top of OREO CRUST and spread.
5. Place into refrigerator and chill for 3-4 hours.
6. Garnish remaining whipped cream, remaining crushed Oreos, and hot fudge.