Introduction

This No Bake Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake combines the rich flavors of red velvet with the creamy, light texture of a mousse-like cheesecake. It’s a festive, visually stunning dessert that’s simple to prepare and perfect for holiday gatherings.

A slice of three-layer dessert sits on a white plate with a white marbled texture underneath. The bottom layer is a dark, crumbly chocolate crust, the middle layer is creamy white, and the top layer is a smooth, bright orange jelly or mousse. The top of the slice is decorated with a large dollop of white whipped cream, multicolored sprinkles in red, green, and white scattered across the top, and one small sandwich cookie placed on top of the whipped cream. Behind it, a bowl filled with matching red, green, and white sprinkles is slightly out of focus. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

24 Oreo cookies (about 2 cups crumbs)
⅓ cup butter (melted)
4 8-ounce blocks cream cheese, softened to room temperature
½ cup white sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Red food coloring (as needed for desired shade)
¼ cup Christmas sprinkles (for the white batter)
Whipped cream (for topping)
Mini Oreos (for topping)
Extra Christmas sprinkles (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the crust by adding the Oreo cookies, including the cream filling, to a food processor and pulsing until fine crumbs form. Stir in the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8–9-inch springform pan and refrigerate while preparing the filling.
Step 2: In a large chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside for folding into the cheesecake base later.
Step 3: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fluffy.
Step 4: Divide the cheesecake mixture evenly into two bowls. In one bowl, mix in the cocoa powder and red food coloring until you achieve your desired red velvet color. In the other bowl, gently fold in the Christmas sprinkles.
Step 5: Remove the crust from the fridge. Alternate spoonfuls of the red velvet mixture and the sprinkle-filled mixture on top of the crust. Use a butter knife or skewer to swirl the two batters together, creating a marbled effect.
Step 6: Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the cheesecake is firm and set.
Step 7: Before serving, decorate the cheesecake with whipped cream, mini Oreos, and extra Christmas sprinkles. Slice and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For a deeper red color, add red food coloring gradually until you reach your preferred shade.
Use crushed peppermint candies instead of sprinkles for a refreshing twist and added crunch.
If you don’t have a springform pan, use a regular cake pan lined with parchment paper for easier removal.

Storage

Store the cheesecake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To serve, bring it to room temperature for about 15 minutes for the best texture. This cheesecake is not suitable for freezing as it may affect the creamy texture.

How to Serve

A slice of festive cheesecake sits on a white plate with a layered look: a dark chocolate cookie crumb crust on the bottom, a creamy white cheesecake layer with small red and green bits mixed in the middle, and a bright red swirled topping layer. On top of the cheesecake slice is a dollop of white whipped cream sprinkled with red, green, and white colorful sprinkles, crowned by a small round chocolate cookie. The plate is placed on a red and white checkered cloth on a white marbled surface, with a blurred background showing a glass of milk and a white pitcher with green leaves. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I substitute Oreo cookies with another type of cookie?

Yes, you can use chocolate wafer cookies or graham crackers for the crust, though the flavor profile will change slightly.

Do I have to use red food coloring?

The red food coloring gives the cheesecake its classic red velvet appearance, but you can skip it or use natural alternatives like beet juice if preferred.