Best Special Occasion Peppermint Cheesecake
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Best Special Occasion Peppermint Cheesecake, a delightful no-bake dessert that combines creamy textures with a refreshing mint flavor. This cheesecake is perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a stunning presentation and an irresistible taste that will impress your guests. Featuring a chocolate cookie crust and topped with crushed peppermint candies, this treat is easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, allowing you more time to celebrate with loved ones. Whether served individually or as a family-style dessert, this peppermint cheesecake is sure to become a holiday favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 combining crushed cookies and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sweetened condensed milk.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold in half of the crushed peppermint candy, then pour the filling over the crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to set before garnishing with remaining peppermint candy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (160g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg