Make this easy, no-bake chocolate cheesecake for a rich and creamy dessert. It features a crunchy Oreo crust and a silky smooth chocolate filling, perfect for any gathering.
Author:michaelcarter
Prep Time:25 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:6 hr 25 min
Yield:10 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
Instructions
Prepare the crust: Mix the Oreo cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill the crust in the freezer for 15 minutes.
Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until fully incorporated and creamy.
Whip the cream: In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
Fold in chocolate: Gently fold the cooled, melted semi-sweet chocolate into the filling until streaks disappear, creating a marbled or uniform dark chocolate color, depending on your preference. Do not overmix.
Assemble: Pour the chocolate cheesecake filling over the chilled Oreo crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill: Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until the cheesecake is firm.
Serve: Before serving, carefully release the springform side. Slice and serve cold.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate in the filling.
If you want a cleaner slice, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry between cuts.
You can top this cheesecake with chocolate ganache or fresh raspberries before serving.