Cookies and Cream Cheesecake

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Oreo Crust Ingredients:

• 24 Oreo cookies, crushed
• 5 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling Ingredients:

• 8 oz. Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Whipped Cream Topping Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos and melted butter.
3. Press the crust mixture into an 8-inch springform pan. Set aside.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until light and creamy.
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
6. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract and beat again until smooth.
7. Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is almost set.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
10. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
11. Mound the whipped cream onto the chilled cheesecake and serve.