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Peppermint Bark Cheesecake

Peppermint Bark Cheesecake

This Peppermint Bark Cheesecake combines rich flavors of chocolate and peppermint in a creamy dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixer

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs such as Oreo cookies
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies plus extra for topping
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for the chocolate layer

For the Topping

  • 1 cup whipped cream store-bought or homemade
  • Additional crushed peppermint candies

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
  • In a mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Mix until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
  • Stir in crushed peppermint candies and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set. Top with whipped cream and additional crushed peppermint candies before serving.

Notes

For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract.
Keyword cheesecake, Peppermint Bark Cheesecake, peppermint dessert