Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
16 unit

Oreo cookies

ground

0.25 cup

Butter

melted

8 ounce

Cream cheese

softened

0.75 cup

Nutella

0.5 cup

Confectioners' sugar

1 tsp

Vanilla extract

1 cup

Heavy whipping cream

0.25 cup

Heavy whipping cream

1 tbsp

Light corn syrup

2 tsp

Butter

0.13 tsp

Salt

2 ounce

Semisweet chocolate

finely chopped

2 tbsp

Hazelnuts

chopped, toasted

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~6 min

Pulse Oreo cookies in a food processor until finely ground.

Step 3
~6 min

Add melted butter to the cookie crumbs and pulse until well combined.

Step 4
~6 min

Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-inch pie plate to form the crust.

Step 5
~6 min

Bake the crust for 15 minutes.

Step 6
~6 min

Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 7
~6 min

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, Nutella, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 8
~6 min

In a separate bowl, beat heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

Step 9
~6 min

Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.

Step 10
~6 min

Pour the cream cheese mixture into the cooled Oreo cookie crust.

Step 11
~6 min

Refrigerate the pie for at least 30 minutes to set.

Step 12
~6 min

In a small saucepan, combine the remaining 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, light corn syrup, butter, and salt.

Step 13
~6 min

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Step 14
~6 min

Remove from heat and add finely chopped semisweet chocolate.

Step 15
~6 min

Let the chocolate stand for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 16
~6 min

Stir the chocolate mixture until smooth and glossy.

Step 17
~6 min

Allow the chocolate ganache to cool to a spreadable consistency.

Step 18
~6 min

Spread the cooled chocolate ganache evenly over the top of the pie.

Step 19
~6 min

Sprinkle the chopped toasted hazelnuts over the chocolate ganache.

Step 20
~6 min

Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the ganache to set completely.

Step 21
~6 min

Slice and serve chilled.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate.

Toast the hazelnuts for a more intense nutty flavor.

Chill the pie thoroughly before serving for best results.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Chocolate and Hazelnut)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serve with fresh berries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Espresso
Coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Birthdays

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Birthday

Popularity Score

70/100