Description
Indulge in the festive delight of our Best special occasion Peppermint Cheesecake, a show-stopping dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the refreshing zing of peppermint. This no-bake cheesecake is easy to prepare and requires minimal time, making it perfect for holiday gatherings. With its stunning layers and vibrant colors, this dessert serves as an eye-catching centerpiece on any table. The delightful crunch of crushed peppermint candy throughout the filling adds a cheerful touch, ensuring every bite is a celebration of holiday flavors. Whether you’re hosting a special occasion party or simply treating yourself, this cheesecake is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups finely crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
- 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 1 pound cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup finely crushed peppermint candy
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing crushed cookies with melted butter and pressing firmly into a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat room temperature cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and mix well.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold in crushed peppermint candy carefully to maintain fluffiness.
- Pour filling over the crust and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to set.
- Once set, remove from the springform pan, slice, and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg