Irresistibly Indulgent Oreo Dirt Chocolate Cheesecake with Peeps
This Oreo Dirt Chocolate Cheesecake with Peeps is a delightful dessert combining rich chocolate cheesecake with playful toppings, perfect for spring celebrations.
Equipment
- 9-inch round cake pan
- food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 24 cookies Oreo Cookies Any chocolate wafer cookie can be used for a similar effect.
- 1/2 cup Butter
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat cream cheese for best results.
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
For the Toppings
- 1 cup Crushed Oreos
- 1 cup Pastel M&M’s
- 1 cup Cadbury Eggs
- 6 pieces Peeps
Instructions
Steps to Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Process the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Chill while making the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
- Pour the batter over the chilled crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Decorate with crushed Oreos, M&M's, Cadbury eggs, and Peeps.
Notes
Serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra delight. Make sure to chill thoroughly before serving to enhance texture.