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Cheesecake Oreo Cubes

This recipe, despite seeming like it's a lot of work, actually takes about the same amount of time a regular cheesecake would. Most of the time is spent waiting for the cheesecake to set, so plan accordingly. These treats make an excellent snack at a birthday party, for Sunday tea, or to satisfy your sweet cravings!
Prep Time35 mins
Cook Time55 mins
Total Time1 hr 30 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesecake oreo cubes, oreo cheesecake cubes, philadelphia cheesecake oreo bites, philadelphia cheesecake with oreo cubes
Servings: 25 Cubes

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Non-stick baking paper
  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • Electric hand or stand mixer
  • Rubber or silicone spatula
  • Chopping board
  • Chef's knife

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for the Cheesecake

  • 28 whole Oreo cookies
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • Pinch of fine salt

Ingredients for the Cheesecake

  • 16 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup fine sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs room temperature

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Then, line a square baking pan with non-stick baking paper.
  • To start, divide the ingredients for the crumb into two separate bowls.
  • Add half of the ingredients into the bowl of a food processor. Do not remove the white filling of the Oreo cookies. It will help add sweetness and keep the crumb together. Pulverize the mixture until it comes together and is uniform in texture. The mixture should have a fine crumb.
  • Next, press the cookie crumbs into a baking pan. Make sure to pack it tightly. You can use the back of a measuring cup to press it flat.
  • Add the softened room temperature cream cheese to a large bowl. Then, using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until it becomes light and fluffy.
  • Then, add the fine sugar and vanilla extract. They should be fully incorporated.
  • Finally, add the large eggs one at a time. After adding one egg, make sure to beat the mixture well. Only add the next egg once the previous one has almost been completely incorporated.
  • Once you have a smooth lump-free batter, pour it over the Oreo crumb layer.
  • Bake the cheesecake for 35 minutes.
  • Don't worry, this isn't the entire baking time. You will just need to add the top Oreo layer at this time. Then, you can continue baking the cheesecake.
  • While the cheesecake is baking, make the top Oreo crumb layer. Place the remaining half of the crumb ingredients in the food processor and blend it into a fine mixture.
  • Next, gently spoon over the crumbs on top of the semi-baked cheesecake. Again, using a measuring cup, very gently press the crumb so that it can become a little more packed. But, don't press so hard that the cheesecake dents.
  • Now, continue baking the cheesecake for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Once the cheesecake has been fully baked, turn off the oven and allow it to cool inside for about 1 hour. You can leave the door open slightly.
  • Then, remove it from the oven entirely and allow it to cool at room temperature for another hour.
  • Next, wrap the cheesecake pan with plastic or saran wrap and place it in the fridge. Leave it to chill for at least 6 hours, but preferably overnight.
  • Once your cheesecake has been fully set, you can remove it from the fridge and start portioning it. Using a sharp knife, cut along the edge of the cheesecake to release it from the sides of the baking pan.
  • Remove the cheesecake from the baking pan and set it on a chopping board. Then, cut the cheesecake into bite-sized pieces using a sharp chef's knife. We like to make our blocks between 1 1/2 and 2-inches each.
  • When storing, keep the cheesecake bites in an airtight container inside of the fridge for up to 7 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months!

Notes

To prevent a lumpy cheesecake mixture, all of your ingredients must be at room temperature. You can also have a look at our article on how to prevent and remove lumps in a cheesecake batter.
Now, the initial baking time for the cheesecake is 35 minutes. At this time, your cheesecake has been baked long enough to have set and been more stable. That being said while adding the top layer of Oreo crumb, try and work quickly. Try to finish the process in under a minute - it doesn't take that long. This will ensure your cheesecake doesn't crack or deflate. But again, it has been baked for long enough that it won't be as fragile.
Do not skip the cooling process or try and use shortcuts. Your cheesecake has to be completely set before being portioned into cubes.