Description

This No-Bake Peppermint Bark Cheesecake is a festive treat that combines creamy cheesecake, crunchy peppermint bark, and a rich chocolate crust. It’s the perfect dessert to impress your guests at any holiday gathering. With its delightful blend of flavors and stunning presentation, this easy-to-make cheesecake will quickly become your go-to holiday dessert.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 cups Cool Whip
1 tsp peppermint extract
½ cup crushed peppermint candies (or candy canes)
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Prepare the crust by mixing chocolate graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
Gently fold in Cool Whip until no streaks remain. Add peppermint extract, tasting as you go to avoid overpowering the mint flavor.
Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
Before serving, drizzle melted chocolate on top and sprinkle crushed peppermint candies.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (103g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: - For a twist, substitute chocolate with white or dark chocolate for the topping. - To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers.