Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add peppermint extract and mix well.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 240 minutes or until set.
- Before serving, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top.
Notes
Serve chilled with whipped cream for an extra touch. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, peppermint dessert, holiday dessert, easy cheesecake