Description
A delightful and zesty Lemon Oreo Cheesecake that combines the creaminess of cheesecake with the tangy flavor of lemon and the crunch of Oreo cookies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 Tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 14–15 Lemon Oreos
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
- 3 Tbsp sour cream
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- Zest from 1 large lemon
- 6 oz whipped cream topping (like Cool Whip)
- Remaining half of the Lemon Oreo cookies, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan. Set up a large roasting pan that can fit the springform inside—this will help create a lovely water bath.
- In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until well mixed. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and halfway up the sides of your springform pan. Then, lay whole Lemon Oreos evenly across the crust for an extra zesty crunch.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s silky smooth. Next, blend in the cornstarch and sugar until combined. Gradually beat in the egg, followed by the sour cream, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Finish it off by stirring in the lemon zest for that fresh zing.
- Pour the luscious cheesecake batter into the prepared pan and bake it in the water bath for 60-65 minutes, or until set.
- Once baked, let the cheesecake cool for about 15 minutes. Then, pop it into the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours—patience is key here!
- When you’re ready to serve, spread a generous layer of whipped cream topping over the chilled cheesecake and sprinkle the chopped Lemon Oreos on top for the finishing touch.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps.
- Chilling the cheesecake overnight enhances the flavor and texture.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon zest to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg