Oreo Cheesecake Bites

If you consider Oreos a food group and are obsessed with cheesecake, these Oreo cheesecake bites will have you swooning. Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly balanced bite—first the crunch of a buttery Oreo crust, then the smooth and rich tang of cheesecake, all studded with bits of your favorite chocolate sandwich cookie. Finally, as if that weren’t enough, a dollop of whipped topping and even more Oreo crumbles send this dessert over the top.

This Oreo cheesecake bites recipe is straightforward, requiring ingredients that are probably already in your pantry. However, the cheesecake Oreo bites need time for baking and refrigeration before serving, so plan ahead! They’re conveniently bite-sized, making this cheesecake recipe an ideal potluck dessert or a self-indulgent midnight snack. Skip the fork and the plate—just grab one and enjoy a little piece of heaven.

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Oreo Cheesecake Bite Ingredients

• Oreo cookies: Oreos serve double duty here, forming a buttery, chocolaty crust and adding crunch to the filling. Plus, we’ll sprinkle some on top for good measure. The more Oreos, the better, right?
• Butter: Melted butter binds the crushed Oreos together, creating a sturdy crust that withstands all that creamy cheesecake goodness. Unsalted butter is always the play for baking, especially here, where we need our crust to stay firmly in the sweet category.
• Cream cheese: Take the cream cheese out of the fridge beforehand; softened cream cheese blends more smoothly than chilled cream cheese, resulting in a rich and velvety texture.
• Sugar: Granulated sugar is the go-to for most cheesecake recipes.
• Eggs: Eggs provide structure to the cheesecake, helping it bake into that perfect slightly firm yet creamy texture. As always, room-temperature eggs combine better with the other ingredients, keeping the cheesecake from getting too dense.
• Sour cream: Sour cream adds tanginess and a silky consistency, making each bite extra-luscious.
• Heavy whipping cream: Heavy whipping cream has a higher fat content than whipping cream, but you can use either. Heavy whipping cream makes the cheesecake even more luxurious.
• Vanilla extract: A little vanilla enhances the flavors of every ingredient. If you have a choice, use real vanilla extract rather than imitation.
• Whipped topping: Frozen whipped topping is an excellent shortcut to crown these mini cheesecake bites. If you want to show off, make homemade whipped cream.

Directions

Step 1: Make the Oreo crust

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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place 18 Oreo cookies in a food processor. Pulse until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the melted butter. Press the cookies into 18 paper-lined muffin cups. Bake until set, six to eight minutes. Cool completely.

Editor’s Tip: Be sure your crusts are even and firm when you press them into the tin. They have a lot of cheesecake to hold.

Step 2: Whip up the cheesecake

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In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, three to four minutes. Add the sugar and beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fluffy, two to three minutes. Beat in the sour cream, cream and vanilla extract until well combined.

Place the remaining eight Oreo cookies in a gallon resealable plastic bag. Use a rolling pin or meat mallet to crush them into small pieces (not crumbs). Fold half the Oreo pieces into the cheesecake filling.

Step 3: Bake the bites

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Divide the filling into the muffin cups.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheesecake is almost set. Let it cool for one hour.

Editor’s Tip: The best way to know when a cheesecake is done baking is to give it the wobble test. The filling should be slightly jiggly in the middle.

Step 4: Chill and serve

Cover the mini cheesecakes and refrigerate them for at least four hours or overnight. Before serving, garnish each with whipped topping and the remaining crushed Oreo cookies.

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Oreo Cheesecake Bite Variations

• Different Oreo options: So many types and flavors of Oreos are available that it may cause decision paralysis, and for this recipe, almost any will work. From birthday cake to mint creme to the most Oreo of all Oreos, you can customize this Oreo cheesecake bites recipe for any craving.
• Make it double chocolate: Take inspiration from this chocolate cheesecake and add cocoa powder to the batter for an extra-chocolaty experience.
• Pair it with peanut butter: As if the cheesecake weren’t already ridiculously decadent, swirl a few spoonfuls of peanut butter into the mixture.

How to Store Oreo Cheesecake Bites

To keep these cheesecake bites with Oreo tasting fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. If stacking, separate layers with parchment to prevent sticking.

Can you freeze Oreo cheesecake bites?

If you want them to last longer, you can freeze them. Wrap each cheesecake bite individually and store the bites for up to two months. Thaw them in the fridge before serving.

Oreo Cheesecake Bite Tips

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Can you make Oreo cheesecake bites in a pan?

You can turn these into cheesecake bars by using a 9×9-inch baking pan.

What can you serve with cheesecake Oreo bites?

These little bites pair beautifully with fresh berries, a drizzle of caramel sauce or even a scoop of ice cream for the ultimate dessert spread! Add an espresso martini to the mix and you’ll have yourself a party.