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Samoa Cheesecake

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  • Author: Alice
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Total Time: ~11 hours
  • Yield: 12 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Samoa Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert inspired by the classic Girl Scout cookie. With a chocolatey OREO crust, luscious cheesecake filling, and a gooey topping of toasted coconut, caramel, and chocolate drizzle, this decadent treat is perfect for coconut lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. A show-stopping centerpiece for holidays, birthdays, or special occasions!


Ingredients

  • For the Crust:
  • OREO cookies (crushed)

  • Unsalted butter (melted)

  • Pinch of salt

For the Filling:

  • Full-fat cream cheese (softened)

  • Granulated sugar

  • Vanilla extract

  • Eggs

  • Sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)

  • Heavy cream

For the Topping:

  • Sweetened shredded coconut (toasted)

  • Salted caramel dessert sauce

  • Chocolate dessert sauce

  • Whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)

 


Instructions

  • Prep the Pan: Wrap springform pan in foil, line bottom with parchment, and spray with baking spray.

  • Make the Crust: Mix crushed OREOs, melted butter, and salt. Press into pan and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes. Cool completely.

  • Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla, then eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream and heavy cream until creamy.

  • Bake: Pour batter into pan. Place pan in a roasting dish with hot water (water bath). Bake at 325°F for 1 hour 40–45 minutes until just set.

  • Cool: Turn oven off, crack the door, and cool cheesecake for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

  • Toast Coconut: In a dry pan over medium heat, toast shredded coconut until golden and fragrant, stirring constantly.

  • Add Topping: Mix toasted coconut with caramel sauce and spread over chilled cheesecake.

  • Decorate: Drizzle chocolate and caramel sauces over top. Garnish with whipped topping and Samoa cookies.


Notes

  • For a no-bake version, use a no-bake cheesecake base and chill to set.

  • Use chocolate graham crackers as an alternative crust.

  • Add chopped pecans or nuts for extra texture.

  • Dairy-free options: Substitute plant-based cream cheese, sour cream, and coconut cream.