Description
Think of your favorite red velvet cheesecake—but swap the red for a moody, electric blue, layer it with crushed Oreo cookies, and suddenly you’ve got a dessert that turns heads and breaks diets. This Blue Velvet Oreo Cheesecake is dramatic in color, rich in texture, and pure indulgence on a fork. It’s got a buttery Oreo crust, a lusciously smooth blue velvet cheesecake layer, and more cookies on top because… we respect the Oreo. Whether you’re baking for a birthday, a themed party, or just living your extra life, this one’s for you.
Ingredients
For the crust:
– 24 Oreo cookies (crushed into crumbs)
– 5 tbsp melted butter
For the blue velvet cheesecake layer:
– 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/4 cup buttermilk
– 1 tbsp cocoa powder
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp white vinegar
– Blue food coloring (gel preferred)
– 10 Oreo cookies, coarsely chopped
Optional toppings:
– Whipped cream
– Extra Oreos
– White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Make that crust
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment and grease the sides. In a bowl, combine crushed Oreos and melted butter until the texture is like wet sand. Press it firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool while you move on.
Step 2: Whip up the blue velvet filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and lump-free. Add sugar and beat again. Then add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined (don’t overdo it!). Mix in sour cream, buttermilk, cocoa powder, vanilla, and vinegar. Now for the fun part—add blue food coloring until you hit that rich, velvet blue shade. Fold in chopped Oreos.
Step 3: Bake it low and slow
Pour the batter over the crust. Smooth the top. Tap it gently on the counter to release air bubbles. Bake at 325°F for 50–60 minutes or until the center is just slightly jiggly. Turn the oven off, crack the door, and let it cool inside for 1 hour. Then chill it in the fridge at least 4 hours (overnight is even better).
Step 4: Dress it up
Once chilled, top with whipped cream, extra Oreos, or a drizzle of melted white chocolate. Slice it up and wait for the gasps.
Notes
– Serve with a glass of cold milk or a bold espresso
– Great for themed parties (think 4th of July, winter wonderland, or galaxy!)
– Keep it simple, or go over-the-top with colored whipped cream
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~460 kcal
- Fat: ~28g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Protein: ~6g