Velvety, minty, and gorgeously green, this no-holds-barred dessert is a showstopper from top to bottom. Layers of creamy mint cheesecake sit on a rich Oreo crust, topped with a silky white chocolate ganache drip and finished with swirls of whipped cream and Mint Oreo magic.
If you’re looking to impress — whether for a holiday, St. Patrick’s Day, or just a bold dessert moment — this Green Velvet Mint Oreo Cheesecake is your perfect slice of bliss.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Crust:
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🍪 2 cups Oreo crumbs (about 20 Oreos)
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🧈 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake:
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🧀 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
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🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
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🍶 1 cup sour cream
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🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
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🥚 3 large eggs
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🌱 1 tsp mint extract (not peppermint)
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🟢 Green food coloring, to your liking
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🍪 1/2 cup crushed Mint Oreo cookies
For the White Chocolate Drip:
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🍫 1 cup white chocolate chips
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🍶 1/2 cup heavy cream
For Decoration:
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🍥 Whipped cream
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🍪 Mint Oreo cookies (halved or crushed)
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🟢 Green sprinkles
👩🍳 Instructions
1. 🔥 Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper if desired.
2. 🍪 Make the Crust
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In a bowl, mix Oreo crumbs and melted butter until fully combined.
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Press into the bottom of the pan to form an even layer.
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Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
3. 🧀 Cheesecake Filling
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Beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
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Add sugar and beat until fully incorporated.
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Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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Stir in mint extract and green food coloring until you get your desired color.
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Gently fold in the crushed Mint Oreos.
4. 🍰 Bake the Cheesecake
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Pour the batter into the cooled crust.
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Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake for 60–70 minutes, until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
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Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour to cool gradually (prevents cracking).
5. 🧊 Chill Time
Transfer cheesecake to the fridge and chill for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) for perfect texture and flavor.
6. 🍫 White Chocolate Drip
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Microwave white chocolate chips and heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and pourable.
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Let cool slightly before using.
7. ✨ Drizzle & Decorate
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Remove cheesecake from the pan.
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Drizzle the white chocolate ganache over the edges so it drips down naturally.
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Pipe or spoon whipped cream on top.
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Garnish with Mint Oreo cookies and green sprinkles for the ultimate finish.
💡 Tips & Tricks
✔️ No water bath needed — just slow cooling and chilling prevent cracks.
✔️ Adjust green intensity to suit your theme — pastel or bold!
✔️ Want a no-bake version? Use a no-bake cheesecake base with gelatin and chill instead of baking.
✔️ Add peppermint if you love a stronger mint kick, but be cautious — it’s more intense than mint extract.
📦 Storage
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Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Freeze (undecorated) for up to 1 month — wrap tightly in plastic and foil.
🍀 Final Slice
This Luscious Green Velvet Mint Oreo Cheesecake is the definition of indulgence: cool mint flavor, dreamy texture, and a dramatic green color that turns heads. It’s perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want to wow your guests (or yourself!).