Ingredients
For the Crust
- 16 Oreo cookies
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecakes
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- Β½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- β cup dark chocolate chips, melted
- 2 large eggs
For the Chocolate Mousse
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- Β½ cup dark chocolate chips, melted
- 1 (8-ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
Toppings
- Hot fudge sauce
- Mini chocolate chips
- 18 mini Oreo cookies
Instructions
Preparing the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F. Line a muffin tin with 18 cupcake liners.
- Using a food processor, pulse the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Add the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Divide the crumb mixture among the cupcake liners, pressing it down firmly to create a compact crust. Set aside while you prepare the filling.
Making the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour, and continue beating until fully incorporated.
- Slowly pour in the melted dark chocolate and mix until the batter is rich and chocolatey. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl for an even mixture.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent air bubbles in the batter.
Baking the Cheesecakes
- Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly onto the prepared crusts, filling each liner almost to the top.
- Place a large sheet pan filled halfway with water on the bottom rack of the oven to create a humid baking environment. This helps prevent cracks in the cheesecakes.
- Bake the cheesecakes on the middle rack for 22-23 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers have a slight jiggle.
- Remove from the oven and let the cheesecakes cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Preparing the Chocolate Mousse
- Beat the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add the melted dark chocolate and mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip, creating a light and fluffy mousse.
- Transfer the mousse to a piping bag fitted with a 1M star tip for a decorative finish.
Assembling and Decorating
- Pipe the chocolate mousse onto the chilled cheesecakes in a beautiful swirl.
- Drizzle hot fudge sauce over the mousse and sprinkle mini chocolate chips for added texture.
- Finish each cheesecake with a mini Oreo cookie on top.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure the cream cheese, eggs, and sour cream are at room temperature before mixing. This ensures a smooth batter without lumps.
- Donβt Overmix: Beating the batter too much can incorporate air, leading to cracks in the cheesecakes. Mix until ingredients are just combined.
- Water Bath: Placing a pan of water in the oven creates steam, which helps the cheesecakes bake evenly and prevents cracks.
- Melted Chocolate: Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before adding it to the batter to prevent it from curdling the cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes