Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
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!
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!
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
You May Also Like:
- Oreo Earthquake Cake from I Am Baker
- No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake
- Oreo Cheesecake with Oreo Cookie Crust
- Cookies and Cream Fudge
- Easy Oreo Truffles
- Double Decker Oreo Fudge
- Oreo Cheesecake Brownies
- More Homemade Chocolate Recipes
Mini Oreo 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
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
For optional drizzle:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons shortening
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or till set. Cool.
- 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
Recipe from my friend, Erica
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1 cheesecakeAmount Per Serving: Calories: 337Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 229mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 1gSugar: 23gProtein: 4g
55 Comments on “Mini Oreo Cheesecakes”
When my kids were young I use to make a similar version. They look heavenly!
Amazing, Liz! What a nice thing to make…and to have friends over to show them how to make cheesecake! I’d have to try them over and over to tell you my favorites….purely in the name of research!
Very pretty and very delicious –
Mary x
Looks tasty!
These look great Lizzy…..hope your feeling better now after Thanksgiving.
…for some reason it won’t let me post on your Blog sometimes. 🙁
I think I am going to have a taste test here. 😉 These look splendid!
These are so cute and they look so yummy!! I’m a sucker for anything with Oreo!
My daughter would take all the oreo ones and I’ll have the chocolate wafers! But we are all agreed that you can never go wrong with these delicious delectables. Yours always entice.
Oooooo, Lizzy, what my eyes see?!
I adore cheesecakes, but yours are more than amazing!
I am impressed very much!
I will do it definitely! Thank you!
Implying I’d share these with people after I’ve made them. 😛
What pretty little ditties. How clever you are, Lizzy!
What darling little treats Lizzy!
I’m sure these won’t last long (I know they would go very quickly here). I hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful and filled with love! You have been such a bright light in my world through your encouragement, generosity, talent and warmth. Your heart is beautiful. I’m so grateful that God brings people together in such unique and fascinating ways! Blessings to you and yours this Thanksgiving and every day!
Happy Thanksgiving Liz! Hope you had a wonderful day with your family.
How clever – very cute too! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, Lizzy! Thanks for all your comments on my blog. Much appreciated! 🙂
Happy Thanksgiving to you too, Lizzy! Your mini oreo cheesecakes are so pretty! I wish to have a few of them 😛
These look beautiful dear Lizzy, Happy thanksgiving:)
These are adorable, love the idea of oreo cookie for a crust. Happy Thanksgiving!
Luce increíble es una tentación al paladar,abrazos grandes hugs,hugs.
well, that looks yummy!
I love using different cookies as the base of desserts! Those little cheesecakes look so creamy and delicious, and since there mini I wouldn’t feel bad eating a few!
hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!