Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
(Makes 12)

Ingredients:
1 1/2 packages (8oz. each) cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
12  Chocolate sandwich cookies

Directions                  :

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Line muffin tins with cupcake liners.

3. Separate the sandwich cookies by twisting them apart.  Place 1 cookie half into each paper cup.

4. Place remaining cookies on a plate and break into small pieces.  Set aside.

5. Place the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in a large mixing bowl, beat with an electric mixer until soft.

6. Mix in sour cream , then add eggs one at a time until smooth, light and creamy. Scraping down sides of bowl as necessary.

7. Fold in broken cookies with plastic spatula.

8. Spoon the mixture evenly into muffin cups.

9. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until the mixture is firm to the touch and before the cakes crack.   Cool in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

10. Garnish with whipped cream and sliced strawberries if desired.