Description
This Oatmeal Cream Pie Cheesecake is a nostalgic American dessert that combines the comforting flavors of oatmeal cream pies with a creamy, smooth cheesecake filling. Featuring a crust made from crushed oatmeal cream pies and a luscious cream cheese mixture, it’s baked to perfection and topped with whipped cream and cookie crumbles for added texture and sweetness. Perfect for a special treat or celebration, this recipe yields 8 generous slices that are both indulgent and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 10–12 oatmeal cream pies, crushed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
For topping (optional):
- Whipped cream or frosting
- Crumbled oatmeal cream pies for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides. Use a food processor to pulse the oatmeal cream pies until finely crushed. Mix the crushed pies with melted butter and press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool while you prepare the filling.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed just until incorporated to avoid overmixing. Gently fold in the whipped topping to maintain a light texture.
- Bake the cheesecake: Pour the filling evenly over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is just set but still slightly wobbly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the oven door slightly ajar for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- Chill the cheesecake: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to fully set and develop flavor.
- Add toppings and serve: Before serving, top the cheesecake with whipped cream or frosting and sprinkle crumbled oatmeal cream pies over for garnish if desired. For easier slicing, freeze the cheesecake for 30 minutes prior to cutting.
Notes
- Freezing the cheesecake for 30 minutes before slicing makes for cleaner cuts.
- This recipe can be adapted to a 9×9 inch pan and served as bars if preferred.
- Use a quality whipped cream or homemade whipped topping for the best texture in the filling.
- Allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven after baking prevents cracks and keeps the texture creamy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
