Peppermint Dream Cheesecake
Indulge in the perfect blend of creamy cheesecake with a refreshing minty twist, enhanced by the festive flavors of candy canes. Drizzled generously with a luscious warm dark chocolate hot fudge, this Christmas-themed dessert is sure to create unforgettable moments of delight and joy for your loved ones.
ingredients
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (for garnish)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- 2.
In a bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and crushed candy canes. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- 3.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- 4.
Stir in the sour cream and flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 6.
Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
- 7.
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door closed for 1 hour.
- 8.
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 9.
In a small saucepan, melt the dark chocolate chips and heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- 10.
Before serving, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Drizzle the warm dark chocolate hot fudge over the top of the cheesecake.
- 11.
Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes over the hot fudge drizzle.
- 12.
Slice and serve chilled, and enjoy the minty, chocolatey goodness!
