Best Special Occasion Peppermint Cheesecake
Elevate your holiday gatherings with the Best Special Occasion Peppermint Cheesecake, a delightful no-bake dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with a refreshing peppermint twist. This festive treat features a chocolate sandwich cookie crust that perfectly complements the smooth and rich filling. Topped with crushed peppermint candies, it’s not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a showstopper for any celebration. Easy to prepare and requiring minimal cooking time, this cheesecake is perfect for family dinners or larger festive parties, sure to impress guests of all ages.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- 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 (or pre-made whipped topping)
- 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 cookies with melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Gradually mix in heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Fold in crushed peppermint candy gently.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Once set, remove from the springform pan, slice, and serve garnished with additional peppermint candy if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg