Description
Peppermint Bark Cheesecake is the perfect holiday dessert that beautifully combines a rich, creamy cheesecake with refreshing peppermint flavor. Topped with velvety dark chocolate and crushed candy canes, this stunning treat not only looks festive but is also easy to prepare, making it a showstopper for any gathering. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or simply indulging in a sweet moment, each slice offers a delightful burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- 2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract; mix well. Beat in eggs one at a time until just blended.
- 3. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for about 50-55 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- 4. Melt dark chocolate chips and pour over the chilled cheesecake. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg