Ruby Velvet Dream Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the Crust:
2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted

● For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar, packed
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
2 tsp red food coloring
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

● For the Cookie Dough Layer:
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
⅓ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup mini chocolate chips

● For the Topping:
Whipped cream (optional)
Mini chocolate chips or cookie crumbles for garnish

Instructions:
1: Prepare the Crust – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. In a medium bowl, mix crushed cookies with melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture evenly into the pan’s bottom and bake for 8–10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Make the Cheesecake Filling :
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in sour cream, red food coloring, and cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and evenly tinted.

Assemble and Bake :
Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 45–50 minutes until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then transfer to a wire rack and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Make the Cookie Dough Layer
In a medium bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Stir in the milk and vanilla, then gradually mix in the flour until just combined. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Assemble the Cheesecake:
Once fully chilled, gently spread the cookie dough layer on top of the cheesecake and press lightly to secure it.

Decorate & Serve :
Top with whipped cream and garnish with mini chocolate chips or cookie crumbles.

Slice, Serve and Enjoy