Peppermint Bark Cheesecake: Indulgent Holiday Delight to Make at Home
This delightful peppermint bark cheesecake brings a festive and indulgent touch to your holiday dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add in the vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs one at a time.
- Fold in the sour cream and crushed peppermint candies.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a festive presentation, top with whipped cream and additional crushed peppermint candies.
- Use holiday-themed serving dishes for a more festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg