Description
A delightful no-bake cheesecake infused with peppermint flavor, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreo or chocolate graham crackers)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup white chocolate chips, melted and cooled
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- A few drops red or pink food coloring (optional, for a festive swirl)
- ½ cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
- 1 cup whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
- Crushed candy canes and chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes while you prepare the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and beat again until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Add the melted white chocolate and peppermint extract, folding until smooth. If desired, add food coloring and swirl lightly for a marble effect. Fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (overnight is best).
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and chocolate shavings. Slice and enjoy your creamy peppermint perfection!
Notes
- Use mint Oreos for an extra peppermint kick.
- For cleaner slices, warm your knife in hot water before cutting.
- Can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: No-Bake Peppermint Cheesecake, festive dessert, holiday cheesecake