Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix Oreo crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a small bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Make the Filling
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition.
- Stir in cocoa powder, sour cream, buttermilk, vanilla, vinegar, and red food coloring until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
Baking and Cooling
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Finishing
- Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Pipe or spread the whipped cream over the chilled cheesecake.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
