Easy No Bake Oreo Cheesecake
A creamy, crowd-pleasing dessert featuring a crunchy Oreo crust with a hint of espresso and a velvety cookies-and-cream filling. Perfect for summer potlucks and effortless hosting.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch Pan
- Electric hand mixer
- Measuring cup
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 18 ounce package Oreo Cookies
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Filling:
- 4 8 ounce packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 8 ounce tub Cool Whip Whipped Topping
Instructions
Prep the Base
- Reserve 15 Oreo cookies for the filling. Crush the remaining cookies until they resemble fine, dark sand without large chunks.
- Melt the unsalted butter and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of espresso powder until dissolved to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Pour the butter mixture over the crumbs and mix until evenly moistened and the mixture holds together when squeezed.
Press and Chill the Crust
- Transfer the crumbs into a 9x13-inch pan and press firmly into an even layer using the bottom of a measuring cup.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the cheesecake filling.
Mix the Filling, Then Fold
- Coarsely chop the 15 reserved Oreo cookies into bite-sized chunks so the filling remains marbled rather than gray.
- In a large bowl, beat the brick-style cream cheese with sugar and vanilla using an electric mixer until smooth. Add a pinch of flaky sea salt to brighten the flavor.
- Gently stir in the whipped topping until fluffy, then fold in the chopped Oreo pieces using light motions to maintain aeration.
Fill, Chill, and Slice
- Spread the filling evenly over the cold crust. Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Once firm, slice into 20 squares and serve cold.
Notes
Room Temperature Tip: Always use brick-style cream cheese at room temperature to ensure a silky, lump-free filling that sets properly.
Crust Secret: Adding a small amount of espresso powder to the melted butter doesn't make the crust taste like coffee. Instead, it acts as a flavor booster for the cocoa.
Slicing Success: For clean, professional-looking squares, dip your knife in warm water and wipe it dry between every single cut.
Folding Technique: Be very gentle when folding the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture. Over-mixing can deflate the air and result in a runny filling.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.