No Bake Oreo Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   To make the crust, combine the Oreo crumbs and the melted butter.
2. 2
   Press the crumbs into the bottom and halfway up the sides of a 9 inch springform pan. Set in the refrigerator to firm.
3. 3
   To make the filling, mix cream cheese, sugar and vanilla together in a large bowl with a mixer until smooth and well combined.
4. 4
   Fold in the Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream).
5. 5
   Add the Oreo crumbs and chopped Oreos and gently mix until well combined.
6. 6
   Spread the filling evenly into crust and smooth the top. Top cake with optional crushed oreos, pressing down lightly. Set in the refrigerator until firm, 4-5 hours.
7. 7
   Remove the cheesecake from the pan.