Description
Indulgent Oatmeal Creme Pie Cheesecake blends nostalgic cookie memories with creamy cheesecake perfection. Layers of sweet comfort invite you to savor each luxurious bite, creating a dessert that celebrates classic American bakery charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 packages (8 ounces/226 grams each) cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups crushed oatmeal creme pies
- 1/2 cup finely chopped oatmeal creme pies
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Wet Ingredients and Toppings:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional oatmeal creme pies, crushed
- Caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing sides and lining bottom with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Create crust by combining crushed oatmeal creme pies, sugar, and melted butter until thoroughly mixed.
- Press crust mixture firmly into prepared pan’s bottom, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- Using an electric mixer, cream cheese until smooth and silky.
- Gradually incorporate sugar, mixing until fully integrated and creamy.
- Blend in sour cream and heavy cream, ensuring a uniform consistency.
- Add eggs individually, thoroughly mixing after each addition to maintain smooth texture.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract and flour, stirring just until combined.
- Delicately incorporate chopped oatmeal creme pies into cheesecake batter.
- Pour batter over cooled crust, smoothing top with a spatula for even surface.
- Bake 60-70 minutes until center sets and edges turn light golden, with a subtle jiggle when moved.
- Turn off oven, slightly open door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Transfer cheesecake to refrigerator, chilling for minimum 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare whipped topping by whipping heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Spread whipped topping evenly across chilled cheesecake surface.
- Garnish with additional crushed oatmeal creme pies and optional caramel sauce drizzle.
- Slice and serve chilled cheesecake.
Notes
- Prevent cheesecake cracking by baking at a lower temperature and allowing gradual cooling inside the oven.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to create a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Fold chopped oatmeal creme pies gently to maintain their texture and distribute evenly throughout the cheesecake.
- Use a water bath method for extra moisture and even baking if you want an ultra-creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 491 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 215 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg