Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups Oreo cookie crumbs
– ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 3 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
– 8 oz dark chocolate, melted
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 4 oz milk chocolate, grated (for garnish)
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Double boiler (or microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate)
– Parchment paper
– Whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I preheat my oven to 325°F (163°C). This is an essential step as I want the cheesecake to bake evenly. First, I mix the Oreo cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until they resemble wet sand. Then, I press this mixture into the bottom of my springform pan to create a solid base. It’s simple yet oh-so-satisfying, and I love how that chocolatey smell fills my kitchen as I work! (See the next page below to continue steps…)