Description
Indulge in this decadent Oreo Cheesecake featuring a rich salted caramel espresso swirl. This dessert combines a crunchy Oreo crust with a creamy cheesecake filling and a delightful coffee kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) Oreo Cookies, Finely Crushed: Use a food processor or zip-top bag.
- 90g (3/4 cup) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Binds the Oreo crumbs.
- 600g (21oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: Full-fat for a rich texture.
- 150g (3/4 cup) Granulated Sugar: Balances the tanginess.
- 2 Large Eggs: Adds richness and structure.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor.
- 120g (1/2 cup) Sour Cream: Adds tang and moisture.
- 120ml (1/2 cup) Heavy Cream: Contributes to a creamy texture.
- 2 tbsp (10g) Espresso Powder Dissolved in 2 tbsp (30ml) Hot Water: Infuses coffee flavor.
- 150ml (2/3 cup) Caramel Sauce (No Alcohol): For the swirl.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Heavy Cream: Thins the caramel sauce.
- 1/2 tsp Flaky Sea Salt, Plus Extra for Garnish: Enhances sweetness.
- Crushed Oreo Crumbs (About 2 tbsp) – Garnish: For a final touch.
- Additional Caramel Drizzle (≈2 tbsp) – Garnish: Finishing touch.
Instructions
- Prepare Oreo Crust: Combine crushed Oreos and melted butter, press into a pan, and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and mix.
- Incorporate Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
- Add Dairy & Vanilla: Stir in sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
- Infuse with Espresso: Gently fold in dissolved espresso powder.
- Pour & Smooth: Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
- Create Caramel Swirl: Warm caramel sauce with heavy cream and salt.
- Swirl & Bake: Drop caramel over cheesecake and swirl. Bake in a water bath for 45-50 minutes.
- Cool Gradually: Cool in oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate overnight.
- Serve & Garnish: Loosen from pan, slice, drizzle with caramel, and sprinkle with Oreo crumbs and salt.
Notes
For a cleaner slice, use a warm, damp knife. A water bath is crucial for preventing cracks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: cheesecake,oreo,caramel,espresso,dessert,baking,salted caramel,coffee,sweet