Get ready to experience the most decadent, mouthwatering dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Cookies and Cream Oreo Bars are not just another ordinary treat - they're a creamy, crunchy, and absolutely irresistible dessert that will have everyone begging for your recipe. Imagine a perfectly crisp Oreo cookie crust topped with a luxurious, silky cream cheese filling, and then crowned with more Oreo cookie crumbles. This is the dessert that dreams are made of, and the best part? It's incredibly easy to make!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 bars
Ingredients
- 1 package Oreo cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- Additional Oreo cookies for topping
Instructions
- Prepare a 9x9 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring some overhang for easy removal later.
- In a medium bowl, combine crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the mixture resembles wet sand-like consistency.
- Press the Oreo-butter mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create a compact crust.
- Refrigerate the crust for 10 minutes to help it set while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer.
- Gradually add powdered sugar to the cream cheese, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated and no lumps remain.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled Oreo crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Crush additional Oreo cookies and sprinkle them over the top of the cream cheese layer for decoration and extra crunch.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow the bars to set completely.
- When ready to serve, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 16 equal squares.
- Serve chilled and store any remaining bars in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling.
- Use a food processor to crush the Oreo cookies for a more uniform, fine texture.
- When pressing the crust into the pan, use the back of a measuring cup or a flat-bottomed glass to create an even, compact layer.
- For clean, precise cuts, run your knife under hot water and wipe dry between each slice.
- For an extra indulgent version, drizzle melted chocolate over the top before chilling.
- These bars are best served chilled, so don't rush the refrigeration process - patience is key to the perfect texture!
- If you want to make them ahead of time, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, making them perfect for meal prep or entertaining.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 45mg
