No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Bars
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No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Bars
Description
No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Bars start with a crust made by pulsing Oreo cookies with melted butter, pressed into a baking dish and chilled. The filling combines cream cheese whipped with powdered sugar until fluffy, then folded with firm whipped cream flavored with vanilla extract. Crushed Oreos are folded into the filling before spreading it over the chilled crust. After topping with additional crushed Oreos and refrigerating to set, the bars develop a rich, creamy texture. The contrast between the smooth cheesecake filling and crunchy cookie crust makes for a satisfying dessert. Since it requires no baking, this recipe is convenient and forgiving. It's advisable to keep the bars refrigerated to maintain their texture, especially in warm environments.
Ingredients
- 44 Oreo cookies divided
- 5 Tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature, regular
- 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar divided
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Before starting, place a medium-sized metal mixing bowl in the fridge or freezer to chill (I like to use metal because it stays colder longer). Chilling the bowl helps the whipped cream set up faster.
- Meanwhile, in a food processor, add 28 Oreo cookies. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms. Add the melted butter and continue pulsing until fine crumbs form and mixture is wet. Transfer the crumbs into a 9x9 baking dish. Press down into an even layer, using the back of a measuring cup to help compact the crumbs. Place the crust in the fridge for at least 15 minutes while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature cream cheese and 1 tablespoon powdered sugar. Whip for 2-4 minutes until light and fluffy. Set aside.
- Whipped Cream: in the chilled bowl, add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and the remaining 1 TBSP sugar. Use a stand or hand mixer to beat on medium-high for approximately 2 minutes until firm peaks form.
- Make the Filling: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the whipped cream cheese. Crush 8 Oreos and fold them into the filling, then spread it evenly across the Oreo crust.
- Place the pan back in the fridge to chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Keep chilled as much as possible for the best results. When ready to serve, crush the remaining 8 Oreos and scatter them across the top of the bars. Then cut into 16 bars, or as many as desired.
Notes
- Prepare the bars a day ahead but add the topping Oreos just before serving for freshness.
- Store the bars covered in the refrigerator for up to three days to keep their texture intact.
- Keep the bars chilled until serving to prevent the filling from melting or becoming too soft.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 269kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 332mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 171mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 344IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 12% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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