If you’ve ever struggled to choose between brownies, cheesecake, and cookies—this recipe is your solution. These Oreo cheesecake brookies bring together the best of all three worlds in a single bar. With a chewy cookie base, a layer of tangy cream cheese filling studded with Oreos, and a rich, crinkly-topped brownie layer, every bite is a party.
Feel free to mix it up with:
Want that shiny, crackly brownie top? It all starts with whisking your sugars into the egg thoroughly. Whisk until light, frothy, and you don’t feel sugar granules between your fingers when rubbed. This step dissolves the sugar and creates that classic brownie crust when baked.
I bake mine for about 45 minutes, but every oven is different. Start checking around 35 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center—if it comes out with just a few moist crumbs, you’re golden. If it’s wet, give it a little more time.
Resist the urge to dig in right away! Letting your brookies cool in the pan completely before slicing helps them set properly. The layers firm up and slice more cleanly, giving you perfect bars with clean lines (and no cheesecake lava sliding out).
These Oreo cheesecake brookies combine three irresistible desserts into one: chewy cookies, tangy cheesecake, and ultra-fudgy brownies. Stuffed with whole Oreos and topped with chocolate chunks, they’re the ultimate indulgent treat.
Preheat your oven to 338°F (170°C). Line a 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper.
Make the cookie layer: In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until a thick paste forms. Add eggs and vanilla, whisk to combine. Fold in flour and chocolate chips. Set aside.
Make the cheesecake filling: In a separate bowl, whisk softened cream cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Set aside.
Make the brownie layer:
Melt butter and chocolate together over a double boiler until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs together until light and frothy—this is key for shiny tops. Test by rubbing a bit between your fingers—if smooth, you’re good.
Add melted chocolate mixture and vanilla.
Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold until just combined.
Assemble:
Spread about ⅔ of the cookie dough evenly on the bottom of the pan.
Pour in the cheesecake mixture.
Press whole Oreos into the cheesecake layer.
Gently spread brownie batter over the top.
Dot the top with remaining cookie dough and add extra Oreos and chocolate chunks.
Bake for 35–55 minutes, checking with a toothpick for moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Cool completely in the pan before slicing for clean layers.
