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These Mini Oreo Cheesecakes are an easy, yummy way to create personal desserts! Oreo lovers will go nuts for this mini cheesecake recipe!

Oreos are a staple in our pantry. Double Stuf to be specific. Using a regular Oreo for the crust makes these Individual Cheesecakes a breeze to make!

Mini Oreo Cheesecakes lined up on a white rectangular platter.
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1 Why You Must Make
2 Expert Tips
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 You May Also Like:
5 Mini Oreo Cheesecakes

Why You Must Make

  • I needed a little amuse-bouche for my friends who were coming over to learn the basics of baking cheesecakes.
  • This mini cheesecake recipe came together quickly, especially when you use an Oreo instead of a cookie crumb crust. 
  • There is built-in portion control and fewer calories than eating a slice of a normal cheesecake!

Two Oreo Cheesecakes on small white plates

Expert Tips

  • PRO-Tip: Have your eggs and cream cheese at room temperature for the smoothest filling. You can hurry this process along if you don’t get them out early, by placing the eggs and the foil-wrapped cream cheese in a bowl of hot, not boiling water. I recommend taking these ingredients out of the refrigerator 1-2 hours before you start mixing.
  • If you use a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment as this will keep the batter nice and dense.
  • Use muffin liners for easy cleanup. Feel free to serve these mini cheesecakes placed in a second liner for a fancier presentation or even some pretty ramekins.
  • These individual cheesecakes bake up with a slight dip in the centers. It’s the perfect spot to place 2-3 mini Oreos or some chopped full-sized Oreos for garnish.
  • PRO-Tip: As with all cheesecakes, these taste better after refrigerating overnight.
  • To serve, let them sit at room temperature for about an hour first. This will intensify their creaminess compared to serving them cold.

One Oreo cheesecake topped with 3 mini oreos on a square white plate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do You Make Cheesecakes in a Cupcake Pan?

It’s easy! Just put paper liners in your pan, tap in a crust, then fill with cheesecake batter. Bake as directed or until the centers look set.

How Do You Know When Individual Cheesecakes Are Done?

The centers should look set, but it’s OK if they still jiggle slightly. Carryover heat will finish them off. They are not done if the middles look wet or raw.

How Should Mini Cheesecakes Be Stored?

Once they’ve cooled, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. After that, freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature before serving for the best texture.

Why Did the Middles Sink?

Even mixing and baking properly, mini cheesecakes can sink in the middle. But that divot makes the perfect spot to fill with fudge or caramel sauce, mini cookies, or berries. I love a nice garnish!

How to Package Individual Cheesecakes?

Place the mini cheesecakes in a second paper wrapper, then place it into a cellophane bag. Tie each with a pretty ribbon. Make sure to keep them refrigerated until gifting.

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One Oreo cheesecake topped with 3 mini oreos on a square white plate
The Recipe:

Mini Oreo Cheesecakes

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Yield 12 cheesecakes

These mini cheesecakes topped with Oreos are a fun individual dessert made easy by using a whole Oreo as a crust!

Ingredients

For crust:

  • 12 Nabisco Famous Wafers*, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon sugar OR
  • 12 whole Oreos

For cheesecakes:

  • 6 Oreo cookies, chopped
  • 2 8-ounce packages of cream cheese, at room temperature
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature

For optional drizzle:

  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons shortening

Instructions

  1. Line standard muffin tin with foil baking cups or grease well with Baker's Joy or other flour/oil non-stick cooking spray. Preheat oven to 325º.
  2. Mix cookie crumbs, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a small bowl. Put 1 tablespoon of crumbs in each muffin cup, pressing down with fingers, spoon, or tamper to compress. Alternatively, you can use a whole Oreo for each crust.
  3. Mix together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla till smooth. Mix in eggs, one at a time, just until blended. Spoon into prepared cups. Sprinkle with chopped Oreos.
  4. Bake for about 25 minutes or till set. Cool.
  5. Melt chocolate chips and shortening together in the microwave. Drizzle over cheesecakes. I use a quart ziplock bag with a corner clipped off for drizzling. Or top each with a few mini Oreos.

Notes

*Nabisco Famous Wafers has stopped production. You can buy boxed Oreo/chocolate cookie crumbs in the baking section of large supermarkets. You will need slightly more than ½ cup of cookie crumbs.

The recipe is adapted from my friend, Erica.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1 cheesecake
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 337Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 229mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 1gSugar: 23gProtein: 4g

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© Liz Berg
Cuisine: American / Category: Desserts