Description
Indulgent no-bake oreo mint cheesecake brings creamy mint magic to dessert lovers’ dreams. Cool chocolate cookie crust and silky mint filling create a refreshing summer treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust Ingredients:
- 2 cups (200 g) Oreo cookie crumbs
- 5 tablespoons (75 g) unsalted butter, melted
Filling Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- ½ cup (65 g) powdered sugar
- 8 Oreos, crushed
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A few drops of green food coloring (optional)
Topping Ingredients:
- 4–6 Oreos, crushed
- Whipped cream (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Transform Oreo cookies into fine, uniform crumbs by pulsing in a food processor, then combine thoroughly with melted butter to create a cohesive, moist base.
- Press the crumb mixture compactly into the bottom of a springform pan, ensuring an even, smooth surface that reaches slightly up the sides.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes to allow the butter to solidify and create a stable foundation.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until silky and lump-free, gradually incorporating powdered sugar for a velvety texture.
- Infuse the cream cheese mixture with peppermint extract and vanilla, creating a refreshing, aromatic base. Add a few drops of green food coloring for a vibrant mint appearance if desired.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining a light, airy consistency that prevents deflating the delicate structure.
- Carefully fold crushed Oreo pieces throughout the filling, distributing them evenly to ensure each slice contains delightful cookie chunks.
- Carefully spread the mint Oreo filling over the chilled crust, using a spatula to create a smooth, leveled surface.
- Sprinkle additional crushed Oreo cookies across the top, creating a rustic, textured garnish that hints at the treats within.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the dessert to set completely and develop enhanced flavor profiles.
- Prior to serving, release the springform pan’s sides, slice into elegant portions, and optionally crown with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence.
Notes
- Swap regular Oreos with gluten-free versions to make this dessert suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut whipped cream for a vegan-friendly alternative that maintains the creamy texture.
- Reduce sugar content by using stevia or monk fruit sweetener for a lower-calorie option without compromising taste.
- Enhance mint flavor by adding fresh mint leaves as a garnish or using high-quality peppermint extract for a more intense, natural mint profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 to 10
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg