These Cookies Make a Great Cheesecake Crust

Cheesecake is one of our favorite desserts to make in a pinch. This rich and creamy cake can be made with all kinds of twists that can be chosen and altered in order to your own personal culinary preferences.

One great way to make a cheesecake “yours” is by making a unique crust for it. Here are some ideas for cookies that you can grind up and use as your base.

Graham Crackers

Graham crackers provide a honey-infused, sweet crust that can be easily crushed and combined with butter in order to make a deliciously neutral crust. Graham cracker crusts can also incorporate a little bit of chocolate if you’re looking to make them even richer.a

Oreos

Oreos are another great option for making cheesecake with, especially if you meticulously scoop out all of the sweet white cream fillings that is contained between the sandwiches. 

Chips Ahoy

How does chocolate chips in the crust of your cheesecake sound? If so, you’ll probably like Chips Ahoy, a classic packaged chocolate chip cookie that can easily be crushed up to make a cheesecake crust.