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Peppermint Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the refreshing flavors of peppermint and creamy cheesecake with this delicious dessert. The crunchy Oreo crust perfectly complements the smooth and rich cheesecake filling, topped with crushed peppermint candies and white chocolate for a festive touch.


Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 28 regular Oreo Cookies
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
  • 1 pinch Salt

Cheesecake:

  • 2 pounds cream cheese, softened (four 8-ounce packages)
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
  • 3/4 cup chopped white chocolate

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs, then mix with melted butter and salt. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until smooth. Fold in crushed peppermint candies and white chocolate.
  3. Bake: Pour filling over the crust and bake in a water bath until set. Chill before serving.

Notes

  • You can top the cheesecake with whipped cream and extra crushed peppermint candies for added flavor.
  • For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg