Description
Indulge in the festive delight of No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake, a creamy and refreshing dessert that brings holiday cheer to your table. This easy-to-make cheesecake features a rich chocolate crust with a velvety peppermint filling, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. With no baking required, you can whip up this stunning treat in no time and impress your guests with its delightful flavor and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and chill.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla and peppermint extracts, mixing until combined.
- Whip heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth evenly. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Optional: Garnish with whipped cream and crushed candy canes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For variations, consider using vanilla extract in place of peppermint for a milder flavor. Feel free to top with additional crushed candy canes for extra holiday flair.