Hard Rock Cafe Cheesecake with Oreo Cookie Pieces [0000517]

Ingredients:

2 cups gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies (like gluten-free Oreos), crushed
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
24 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup gluten-free Oreo-style cookie pieces (reserve some for topping)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to create the crust. Place the pan in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the filling.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Gently fold in the gluten-free Oreo-style cookie pieces.

Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until the mixture is creamy and smooth.

Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan.

Tap the pan on the counter a few times to remove any air bubbles.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.

Turn off the oven and crack the oven door. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about 1 hour.

Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.

Once the cheesecake is set, remove it from the springform pan.

Optionally, garnish the top with reserved gluten-free Oreo-style cookie pieces.

Slice and serve your gluten-free Copycat Hard Rock Cafe Cheesecake with Oreo Cookie Pieces.

Enjoy your homemade cheesecake, inspired by the Hard Rock Cafe's delicious dessert!