Best special occasion Peppermint Cheesecake
Indulge in the festive flavors of our Best special occasion Peppermint Cheesecake, a no-bake dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with refreshing peppermint for a delightful treat. This elegant dessert features a chocolate cookie crust and is topped with crushed peppermint candy, making it a visually stunning centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. With its irresistible taste and easy preparation—requiring only 30 minutes of hands-on time—this cheesecake is perfect for special occasion parties, family celebrations, or as a sweet surprise for friends. Chill it overnight to allow the flavors to meld beautifully, and serve it alongside warm drinks or fresh fruit for a complete festive experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: PT0M
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups finely crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
- 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 1 pound room temperature cream cheese
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup finely crushed peppermint candy
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan and refrigerate.
- In a large bowl, beat together room temperature cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Whip heavy cream separately until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture along with half of the crushed peppermint candy.
- Pour the filling over the chilled crust, smooth the top, and sprinkle remaining peppermint on top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg