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Peppermint Chocolate Cheesecake

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Peppermint Chocolate Cheesecake is a rich and festive dessert featuring a creamy chocolate cheesecake base infused with peppermint flavor, topped with chocolate ganache and crushed candy canes—perfect for the holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate (for ganache)
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, vanilla, and peppermint extract. Mix until combined.
  4. Blend in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, beating just until combined after each addition.
  6. Pour the batter over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
  7. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. To make the ganache, heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Pour over the chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  9. Pour ganache over the chilled cheesecake and spread evenly. Top with crushed peppermint candies.
  10. Chill until ganache is set, then slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother cheesecake texture.
  • Do not overmix after adding the eggs to prevent cracks.
  • For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase peppermint extract slightly, but avoid overpowering the chocolate.

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