No-Bake Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake Recipe

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This is not your momma's cheesecake recipe. One bite of this divine chocolate Oreo cheesecake and you'll understand why this recipe is a winner! Creamy, luscious, and chocolaty - it's an indulgent dessert that's perfect for any occasion. The best part is you don't even have to turn on the oven for this dessert!

chocolate cheesecake on glass cake stand topped with Oreo cookies

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Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients
Handy Kitchen Tools
How to Make No Bake Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake
Frequently Asked Questions
More Cheesecake Recipes
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Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake Recipe

Cheesecake is my all-time favorite dessert. I love the creamy texture and how versatile it can be. This chocolate Oreo cheesecake recipe is definitely a favorite of mine. The combination of chocolate and Oreos makes the cheesecake extra delicious. Creamy, tangy, sweet no bake cheesecake with a chocolate crust and pieces of crunchy Oreo cookies. This is a perfect dessert for an occasion.

If you love this, then I know you will like this no-bake Oreo cheesecake that has regular cheesecake filling and just crumbles of cookies. And if Oreo is a favorite flavor, don't miss this list of Oreo cookie recipe ideas for your dessert menu.

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Ingredients

For Crust

28 Oreo cookies
⅓ cup unsalted butter (80g)

For Filling

¾ cup baking chocolate (200 g)
½ cup granulated sugar (100 g)
1 ¼ cup heavy cream (300 ml)
16 ounces cream cheese (500 g)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For Glaze

1 cup heavy cream (200 ml)
¾ cup baking chocolate (200 g)

top of chocolate cheesecake with cookies and whipped cream

Handy Kitchen Tools

cheesecake on springform pan with slice removed

How to Make No Bake Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake

Prepare the crust by pulsing the Oreo cookies in a blender until crumbs form. Then, add the melted butter to the cookie crumbs and blend to combine.

Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and cover loosely then refrigerate the crust for at least 20 minutes.

hand using blue spatula to press cookies into springform pan

Using a double boiler or a heat-safe bowl over boiling water, add the chopped chocolate and stir until it has melted. Be careful not to burn the chocolate. Set it aside to cool.

In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.

Add in the melted chocolate and then stir to combine.

hand spooning chocolate into cream cheese

In a clean bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then combine with the chocolate mixture until combined.

Pour the filling over the prepared crust and then refrigerate until the glaze is ready.

spatual spreading chocolate cream cheese into springform pan

Heat the sour cream for the glaze until hot but not boiling/curdled. To this, add the chocolate and stir until it has melted completely. Set it aside to cool for a few minutes.

Pour the glaze over the top of the cheesecake, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.

Pouring chocolate sauce over top of cheesecake

Serve topped with whipped cream and additional Oreo cookies or fresh berries on top.

spatula with slice of cheesecake being lifted out of whole cake

Frequently Asked Questions

What Pan Should I Use for a No-Bake Cheesecake?

You can technically use any style of baking dish or pan when you make no-bake cheesecake but I have found that using a springform pan is the easiest. Because of the way the pan is designed, with the removable sides, it is easy to cut and serve the chocolate Oreo cheesecake.

Sometimes people are concerned about using a springform pan because they think the cheesecake will fall over the edges after the sides are removed. The cheesecake is fully set before you take the pan apart and the cheesecake will hard its form.

What Chocolate is Best for Cheesecake?

While you can use whatever chocolate you like for this cheesecake, I prefer to use semi-sweet or dark chocolate because it will help mellow out the sweetness of the cheesecake. With the richness and sweetness of the sugar, chocolate, and Oreos, some feel that the chocolate can be too much. If you want a Death by Chocolate style chocolate Oreo cheesecake, you can use semi-sweet chocolate.

Milk chocolate can also be used, but no matter what type you choose, make sure it is high-quality chocolate that will melt well and blend with the cream cheese nicely.

Why Is My No-Bake Cheesecake Not Firm?

Usually, if the no-bake cheesecake is not firm it is because it needs more time to set up. No-bake cheesecakes need at least 4 to 6 hours in the refrigerator. The first thing I would do is let it sit longer in the refrigerator. You can also place it in the freezer to help it firm up more.

Can I Put My No-Bake Cheesecake in the Freezer to Set?

If you need the no bake cheesecake to set faster or if the cheesecake isn't firm enough when you are ready for it, you can place it in the freezer to firm up. A lot of people like to freeze no-bake chocolate Oreo cheesecake because it tastes so good.

I really love to bite into a slightly frozen cheesecake. It is a different texture than regular cheesecake and it adds a new level of intensity. When the cheesecake is first ready, I like to take it from the freezer and let it thaw enough to cut. Then I dive in. Then I place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and enjoy it with a softer texture for the rest of the cheesecake.

cheesecake on glass cake stand with basket of flowers in the background

More Cheesecake Recipes

If you enjoy cheesecake as much as I do, then you'll love the recipes below. Tons of great ideas for classic and no-bake styles that are filled with that perfect creamy cheese tartness alongside sweetness that you are sure to love. Make sure to bookmark this recipe, print out the recipe, or pin it to a favorite Pinterest board.

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No-Bake Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake Recipe

This decadent no-bake chocolate Oreo cheesecake recipe is a great addition to your dessert menu!

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

For the Crust

28 Oreo cookies
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted (80g)

For the Filling

¾ cup baking chocolate (200 g)
½ cup granulated sugar (100 g)
1 ½ cup heavy cream (300 ml)
16 ounces cream cheese, softened (500 g)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze

1 cup heavy cream (200 ml)
¾ cup baking chocolate (200 g)

Instructions

In a blender or food processor, pulse the Oreo cookies until fine crumbs are formed.
Add the melted butter to the cookie crumbles and blend until combined.
Pour the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and press into an even layer then cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
Bring water to a boil over high heat in a saucepan, then place a heat-safe bowl over the top. Place the chopped chocolate into the bowl.
Stir the chocolate until it is just melted, being careful to not burn the chocolate. Once melted, remove from the heat source.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract together until combined and fluffy.
Add the melted, cooled, chocolate to the cream cheese mixture and beat until smooth.
In a clean bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then pour into the cream cheese mixture and stir to combine.
Pour this chocolate cheesecake filling into the prepared springform pan over the Oreo crust.
To make the glaze, pour the heavy cream into a heat-safe bowl, then place over boiling water to heat until just warmed through, but not boiling.
Add the baking chocolate and stir to combine until melted. Then, set it aside to cool for a few minutes.
Pour this glaze over the top of the cheesecake and then refrigerate for 4 hours before removing the mold to serve.