By Lindy Van Schalkwyk, last updated on October 3, 2024
Today, we’ll show you how to make our own homemade Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites. They will save you a ton of time and money too!
What Are Philadelphia Oreo Cheesecake Bites?
This is a sweet treat that is extremely difficult to find. Not only are they sold in very specific (and limited) parts of the globe, but they aren’t mass-produced either. So, getting your hands on these can be challenging to say the least!
Now, what exactly are they?
The original product that was released consists of bite-sized pieces of baked Philadelphia cheesecake. Each piece has an Oreo crust on both the top and bottom.
This creates a blend of arguably two of the most popular flavors in the world: Philadelphia cheesecake and Oreos. And don’t get us started on the textures!
Now again, finding Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites in store is next to impossible. So, that inspired us to simply make our own version!
This recipe is practically the same, if not better, than the original Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites.
Our recipe is extremely easy to make and doesn’t require a ton of ingredients.
And what makes them even better is that you can make a large batch and freeze them for later! Unlike most cheesecake treats, these hold up very well because of their smaller size.
Oreo cheesecake bites Philadelphia where to buy
if you ever do want to go on the hunt for these, they also go by “cheesecake Oreo bites Philadelphia.”
Unfortunately, if you are looking for them online, you will have to order them directly from South Korea. We’ve also seen some online shops ship them from the Philippines.
At the time of writing this article, we couldn’t find any American-based companies that sell them. Not even Amazon!
You can check out websites like Tippy Mart or Shopee. But these aren’t extremely well-known sites, so make sure to read up carefully before purchasing a product.
Your next best bet is an imported candy shop. But bare in mind that the Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites will be extremely expensive there. However, you can get them instantly without worrying about shipping, customs, etc.
So, without further or due, let’s take a look at how to make Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites from scratch.
What You Will Need – Philadelphia Oreo Cheesecake Bites
Ingredients for the crust
- 3 cups ground Oreo cookies (about 36 cookies)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Ingredients for the filling
- 16 ounces of full-fat Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
Equipment
- 8-inch baking pan
- Non-stick baking paper
- Non-stick cooking spray (or additional melted butter)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Food processor, optional
- Cooling rack
- Mixing bowls
- Electric or hand mixer
- Rubber or silicone spatula
- Plastic or saran wrap
Oreo Miniature Cookies, 1.5-Ounce Units (Pack of 60)
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oreo crust mixture
First, preheat your oven to 360ºF (180ºC). Line the baking dish with non-stick baking paper. The sides can be sprayed with non-stick cooking spray or brushed with melted butter. Set the pan aside.
Next, place the Oreo cookies inside a food processor. You don’t have to remove their filling. Crush them until you have a uniform fine crumb.
Add the melted and cooled butter to the crushed Oreos. Mix it in well until you have a wet cheesecake crust mixture. Set it aside.
Step 2: Make the Philadelphia cheesecake batter
Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Beat it on medium-high for a minute or two. Then, add the caster sugar. Increase the mixer speed to high. Beat the ingredients for about 5 minutes, or until they are incredibly fluffy and airy.
Then, add one egg to the cream cheese. Incorporate it using medium speed. Once it is almost fully blended in, add the next egg. Mix it in very well and don’t forget to scrape down the sides as you mix.
Step 3: Assemble and bake
Divide the Oreo crumb in two. Press one-half of the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish. Make sure it’s packed tightly.
Add the cheesecake batter. Level it with your spatula. Then, bake the cheesecake for about 20-30 minutes. The cheesecake is ready when only the inner 2-3 inches still jiggles.
Then, add the remaining Oreo crumb over the top of the cheesecake. Make sure that the crumb is spread in an even layer. Don’t press on it.
Allow the cheesecake to bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until it’s completely set.
Step 4: Cool and portion your cheesecake bites
Once the Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites have been baked, switch off the oven and open the door slightly. Allow them to cool for 1 hour. Then, place them at room temperature and leave them to cool for another hour.
Wrap the entire tray with plastic wrap and leave them to set in the fridge for 4 hours.
Once they have set, cut the blocks into 1-inch cubes and serve them immediately.
Expert tips and tricks
- If you don’t have a food processor, you can take a look at these alternative methods for crushing Oreos. They are all incredibly easy and some don’t even require any special tools.
- If you want to add even more texture, mix some Oreo crumbs into the cheesecake batter.
- You can change the size of the cheesecake bites. If you make 2-inch blocks, you will get 16 pieces. If you make 1 1/2-inch blocks, you will get about 25 pieces plus some offcuts.
Preparations Times And Servings
Preparation Time | Baking Time | Servings |
15 minutes | 30-40 minutes | 64 |
In Conclusion – An Easy Alternative To Imported Philadelphia Oreo Cheesecake Bites
As you can see, these Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites are super easy to make. And, this single recipe makes quite a few! But, in all honesty: it still doesn’t last longer than a day! It’s that good!
Let us know what you think about them in the comments below!
Easy Philadelphia Oreo Cheesecake Bites Recipe - Makes 64
Equipment
- 8-inch baking pan
- Non-stick baking paper
- Non-stick cooking spray (or additional melted butter)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Food processor, optional
- Cooling rack
- Mixing bowls
- Electric or hand mixer
- Rubber or silicone spatula
- Plastic or saran wrap
Ingredients
Ingredients for the crust
- 3 cups ground Oreo cookies, about 36 cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Ingredients for the filling
- 16 ounces of full-fat Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Oreo crust mixtureFirst, preheat your oven to 360ºF (180ºC). Line the baking dish with non-stick baking paper. The sides can be sprayed with non-stick cooking spray or brushed with melted butter. Set the pan aside.Next, place the Oreo cookies inside a food processor. You don't have to remove their filling. Crush them until you have a uniform fine crumb.Add the melted and cooled butter to the crushed Oreos. Mix it in well until you have a wet cheesecake crust mixture. Set it aside.3 cups ground Oreo cookies, about 36 cookies, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Make the Philadelphia cheesecake batterPlace the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Beat it on medium-high for a minute or two. Then, add the caster sugar. Increase the mixer speed to high. Beat the ingredients for about 5 minutes, or until they are incredibly fluffy and airy.Then, add one egg to the cream cheese. Incorporate it using medium speed. Once it is almost fully blended in, add the next egg. Mix it in very well and don't forget to scrape down the sides as you mix.16 ounces of full-fat Philadelphia cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup caster sugar, 2 large eggs, room temperature
- Assemble and bakeDivide the Oreo crumb in two. Press one-half of the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish. Make sure it's packed tightly.Add the cheesecake batter. Level it with your spatula. Then, bake the cheesecake for about 20-30 minutes. The cheesecake is ready when only the inner 2-3 inches still jiggles.Then, add the remaining Oreo crumb over the top of the cheesecake. Make sure that the crumb is spread in an even layer. Don't press on it.Allow the cheesecake to bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until it's completely set.
- Cool and portion your cheesecake bitesOnce the Philadelphia Oreo cheesecake bites have been baked, switch off the oven and open the door slightly. Allow them to cool for 1 hour. Then, place them at room temperature and leave them to cool for another hour.Wrap the entire tray with plastic wrap and leave them to set in the fridge for 4 hours.Once they have set, cut the blocks into 1-inch cubes and serve them immediately.
Notes
Lindy Van Schalkwyk is a culinary specialist with a background in Advanced Cooking, Advanced Pâtisserie, Media Communications and Nutrition. She has gained invaluable experience in the culinary industry having worked in some of the top restaurants in Africa in 2016 and 2017. Her expertise in nutrition has enabled her to develop recipes for special dietary needs. In 2018, Lindy began working in the Food Media industry, focusing on recipe development, recipe writing, food writing and food styling.