Description
A vibrant and festive Pink Oreo Cheesecake with a creamy texture, crunchy Oreo crust, and stunning pink hue. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, baby showers, or any celebration, this dessert is a showstopper that’s rich, indulgent, and easy to make.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- Pink Oreo cookie crumbs
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the cheesecake filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pink gel food coloring (as needed)
- 3 large eggs
Optional toppings:
- Pink chocolate sauce
- Pink sprinkles
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix pink Oreo crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar.
- Press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
- Make the cheesecake filling:
- Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy.
- Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and pink food coloring until well blended.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating just until combined.
- Assemble and bake:
- Pour the cheesecake filling onto the cooled crust, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve:
- Top with pink chocolate sauce, sprinkles, or whipped cream, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant pink without affecting texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracks.
- Cheesecake is best served chilled and does not require reheating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling Time: 4 hours (minimum)
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
