How to Make the Oreo Crust and Cheesecake Filling
Creating this masterpiece involves a few easy steps. The combination of a no-bake crust and a luscious cheesecake filling ensures that your dessert turns out perfectly every time.
Prepare the Oreo Crust:
- Start by crushing the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. You can do this using a food processor or by placing the cookies in a zip-top bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
- Mix the crushed Oreos with melted butter until fully combined.
- Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan, forming an even crust. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to set.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the heavy cream, continuing to mix until the filling becomes thick and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and purple gel food coloring, adjusting the amount until you reach your desired shade of purple.
- Dissolve the gelatin in warm water and mix it into the cheesecake batter. This will help the cheesecake set properly.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled Oreo crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate and Decorate:
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until it is fully set.
- Once set, top the cheesecake with a drizzle of blackberry or grape syrup and purple whipped cream swirls.
- Add whole Oreo cookies on top for decoration, along with a drizzle of the glossy purple chocolate glaze.
How Long to Chill and Set Purple Velvet Oreo Cheesecake
Making the perfect Purple Velvet Oreo Cheesecake requires patience, especially when it comes to chilling and setting the layers. While this is a no-bake cheesecake, allowing enough time for the gelatin to set properly is crucial for achieving a firm, sliceable texture.
