Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Crushed peppermint candies for topping
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then mix in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust, smooth the top, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- Decorate with crushed peppermint candies and optional chocolate shavings before serving.
- Slice and serve chilled for a delightful treat.
Notes
- For best results, chill the cheesecake overnight.
- Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for cleaner slices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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