Description
This No Bake Mint Chocolate Cheesecake recipe is the ultimate dessert featuring a smooth mint-infused cheesecake filling, a rich chocolate crust, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for any occasion, this easy, no-bake dessert combines refreshing mint with the irresistible sweetness of chocolate.
Ingredients
Crust:
- Chocolate sandwich cookies (crushed)
- Unsalted butter (melted)
Filling:
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Powdered sugar
- Peppermint extract
- Heavy cream (whipped)
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Chocolate chips (melted)
Ganache Topping:
- Heavy cream
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Make the Crust:
- Combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter.
- Press the mixture into a springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Mix in peppermint extract and green food coloring (optional).
- Fold in whipped heavy cream gently, then add melted chocolate chips.
- Spread the filling over the chilled crust and refrigerate.
- Make the Ganache Topping:
- Heat heavy cream until steaming, then pour over chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Pour ganache over the cheesecake and smooth the top.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve:
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- For a brighter mint flavor, adjust the peppermint extract to taste.
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant color without altering the texture.
- Garnish with whipped cream, mint leaves, or chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg