Oreo Cheesecake Bars

Oreo cheesecake bars are a cookies and cream lovers dream! With decadent layers of Oreo cake, cheesecake, and a chocolate topping, these cheesecake bars are entirely irresistible.

Why this recipe works

Every last bite of these oreo cheesecake bars is filled with cookies and cream flavor. We start with a dense yet moist Oreo cake, followed by a creamy cheesecake layer swirled with cookie crumbles then top with a smooth chocolate topping sprinkled with Oreo crumbs. Does it get any better than this?

We’re big fans of Oreo desserts around here. We’ve made full blown cookie desserts with them like our Oreo icebox cake, and love using them as a crust for our popular chocolate lasagna. They’re rich in creamy chocolate flavor and everyone seems to go crazy over them, for good reason! Pair it with cheesecake and there’s certainly no coming back.

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Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

ingredients needed for oreo cheesecake bars

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

CAKE – With all the fixings of a deliciously moist yet dense cake plus Oreo cookies, this is the perfect base for a dessert like this. As with most cakes, we use all-purpose flour. Cake flour or pastry flour can be substituted for all-purpose if need be, but we recommend sticking to all-purpose. Be sure to pulse or crush the Oreo cookies whole – cream filling included.

CHEESECAKE – The cheesecake layer is made with cream cheese beaten together with powdered sugar and lemon juice. We then fold in an easy homemade whipped cream by simply beating heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. You can substitute the homemade whipped cream with Cool Whip, but keep note that this will produce a much sweeter cheesecake layer. There is no sour cream in these oreo cheesecake bars.

TOPPING – You can use melting wafers as we did or opt for chocolate chips. If you want to use chocolate chips for the topping, we suggest semi-sweet. A dark chocolate topping would also be delicious.

How to Make Oreo Cheesecake Bars

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 baking pan.
In a medium bowl combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
With an electric mixer, cream butter. Slowly add sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating in between. Then add the vanilla and mix until everything is combined.
Add the dry ingredients and milk, alternating and mixing in between. Start and end with dry.
Stir in half of the Oreo crumbs. Reserve the other half for the topping.
Pour into the baking pan. Spread evenly. Bake 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean in the center. Cool on a wire cooling rack.
For the cheesecake layer, beat the cream cheese until creamy. Add powdered sugar and beat until combined and no lumps remain. Mix in lemon juice. Pour into another bowl and put it in the fridge.
With an electric mixer, whisk whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Add to cream cheese mixture and gently fold until mixed.
Once the cake layer has completely cooled, pour the cream cheese mixture on top.
Spread evenly and sprinkle some of the remaining Oreo crumbs on top. Spread around with a spatula to gently incorporate into the cheesecake. Chill in the fridge to set (at least 2 hours).
In a microwave-safe bowl, add chocolate chips or melting wafers and a tablespoon of butter or coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth (it took me 90 seconds).
Allow to cool for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour on top of bars and quickly spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining Oreo crumbs on top. Put back in fridge for at least two hours before cutting. Top will be hard. Heat up a knife to cut if you don’t want the chocolate to crack too much.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

What does softened cream cheese mean?

Softened cream cheese basically means cream cheese that’s brought to room temperature. This is an important step and will help your cheesecake batter be smooth and creamy void of any lumps. To soften your cream cheese faster, slice it into cubes and separate on a plate. Leave at room temperature for 20 minutes or until it is soft to the touch.

Can I freeze these oreo cheesecake bars?

Yes, these cheesecake bars freeze well! Place the bars into an air tight container and store in the freezer for up to 4 months.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Absolutely! These bars can be made a day in advance, or see the above question if you’d like to freeze them for a longer period of time. If making a day in advance, store in the refrigerator tightly covered or in an air tight container until you’re ready to serve.

How long do cheesecake bars last in the fridge?

Oreo cheesecake bars will keep in the refrigerator for 5 days properly stored with a tight lid or plastic wrap.

Do I remove the cream center of the Oreo cookies?

You do not have to remove the cream center of your cookies before pulsing in the food processor or crushing. You can crush or pulse them whole.

oreo cheesecake bar with a bite out of it

Serving Suggestions

Oreo cheesecake bars may take a bit of prep and chill time, but the result is so worth it. You want to make sure you properly chill the layers as called for to allow the cheesecake and chocolate topping to settle. To serve, slice into 12 or 16 pieces using a hot knife. A hot knife will help cut through the chocolate topping.

These cookies and cream cheesecake bars are perfect for potlucks, cookouts, football parties, birthday parties, just about anything type of gathering you can imagine where you’re looking to sweet treat a crowd.

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Amanda Davis is the entrepreneurial mom of four grown children and four step children. She and her husband, Chef Antoine, love to cook together creating recipes for this blog. Amanda also make kid's crafts and creates decorative items for her home. She is a crafting expert and guru in the kitchen and has appeared online and in print publications many times over the years. She is also a craft book author five times over and product developer as well as the owner of FunFamilyCrafts.com. You can find her on social media by using the buttons to the left!