Description
Celebrate Halloween with this vibrant, layered Halloween Cheesecake featuring a crunchy Oreo crust and rich, colorful cream cheese layers in festive orange, black, and purple hues. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and spooky sprinkles, it’s the perfect dessert to impress your guests during the spooky season.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Food coloring: orange, black, purple
Topping
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Halloween-themed sprinkles or decorations
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan to prevent sticking.
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine Oreo cookie crumbs with melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the base crust.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla extract, almond extract, and sour cream until the batter is fully combined and silky.
- Color the Batter: Divide the cheesecake batter equally into three separate bowls. Add orange food coloring to one bowl, black to the second, and purple to the third. Stir each until the color is even and vibrant.
- Layer the Batter: Pour the orange-colored batter over the crust and spread it evenly. Carefully layer the black batter over the orange layer, ensuring it is spread smoothly. Finally, pour the purple batter over the black layer and spread evenly for a beautiful tri-colored effect.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour to prevent cracking and ensure even cooling.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool completely to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to fully set and develop flavors.
- Prepare Whipped Cream Topping: In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, making a smooth and fluffy topping.
- Decorate and Serve: Spread or pipe the whipped cream evenly over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with Halloween-themed sprinkles or decorations to enhance the festive look before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth batter without lumps.
- Use gel-based food coloring for more vibrant colors without altering batter consistency.
- Allowing the cheesecake to cool gradually inside the oven helps prevent cracks on the surface.
- Chilling overnight improves texture and makes slicing easier.
- Sprinkles can be customized according to your Halloween theme preferences.
