Oreo Cheesecake Cups (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cheesecake Mixture

01 - 8 oz softened cream cheese (1 block)
02 - 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
03 - 2/3 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 tsp vanilla essence

→ Crust and Garnish

05 - 24-26 Oreo cookies, crushed into crumbs

# Instructions:

01 - Grab a sealable bag and put all the Oreo cookies inside. Use a wooden spoon or rolling pin to break them into fine crumbs. Divide 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of the crumbs into six small dessert bowls or cups (size: 3/4 to 1 cup), then set them aside.
02 - In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until it’s creamy and smooth. Pour in the vanilla and mix everything together.
03 - Using a spatula, gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mix. Add whatever Oreo crumbs are left, and carefully fold until well mixed.
04 - Spoon the cheesecake mixture evenly over the Oreo base in the cups. Lightly press it down to spread it evenly across.
05 - Refrigerate the cups for an hour or so before serving. If you’d like, garnish with whipped cream and extra Oreo crumbs before serving.

# Notes:

01 - You can layer the filling and crumbs more than once for a parfait effect. Or make this in one big dish and scoop to serve.
02 - Try mixing things up with different Oreo flavors. Peppermint extract and mint Oreos make a cool, refreshing option!