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Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake: A Festive Delight

Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake
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This Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake with Oreo Crust is a festive dessert. It features a chocolatey Oreo base and a smooth cream cheese filling with vibrant red velvet swirls.

Ingredients

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  • 24 Oreo cookies (with filling)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
  • Holiday sprinkles (for decoration)
  • 6 whole Oreo cookies (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Crush Oreo cookies in a food processor. Combine with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
  3. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8 minutes. Let it cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Add sugar and beat until smooth.
  5. Add sour cream and vanilla, then mix until combined.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until incorporated.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups of the filling with red food coloring and cocoa powder.
  8. Pour plain cheesecake filling over crust. Add dollops of red velvet mixture and swirl gently.
  9. Place the pan in a water bath and bake for 55–65 minutes until center is slightly jiggly.
  10. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  11. Remove from oven and chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  12. Top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and Oreos before serving.

Notes

  • This cheesecake can be made a day in advance.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Use food coloring to achieve desired red hue.

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