Oreo Cheesecake Bars (Creamy Crowd-Favorite Dessert)
These Oreo Cheesecake Bars are a creamy, crunchy dessert that delights any crowd. Featuring a buttery, crumbly Oreo cookie crust topped with a rich and smooth cream cheese filling, baked to perfection and chilled for a luscious finish, these bars are an irresistible treat for parties or anytime indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust
- 300 g Oreo cookies, crushed
- 100 g butter, melted
Filling
- 400 g cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Mix the crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter until combined well. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a baking pan lined with parchment paper to form an even crust layer. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes, then remove and allow it to cool completely.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then incorporate the vanilla extract, ensuring the batter is uniform and free of lumps.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled Oreo crust. Smooth the top with a spatula and gently tap the pan on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30 to 35 minutes, until the cheesecake is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Chill and serve: Allow the cheesecake bars to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate fully for several hours or overnight to firm up completely. Once chilled, slice into bars and serve chilled for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for a smoother filling.
- Do not overbake; the center should be slightly jiggly to ensure creamy texture after chilling.
- Chilling time is essential for setting the bars properly before slicing.
- Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal of bars.
- Optional: Garnish with additional crushed Oreos or whipped cream before serving.