No Bake Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
This No Bake Mint Chocolate Cheesecake recipe is a quick, creamy dessert that combines the refreshing flavor of mint with rich chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, it requires no oven and is easy to prepare!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes (+ chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Chocolate sandwich cookies (crust)
- Unsalted butter (melted)
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Powdered sugar
- Heavy cream
- Peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips (melted)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate shavings or mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies and mix with melted butter to form the crust. Press into a springform pan and chill.
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add peppermint extract and food coloring (optional) to the cream cheese mixture.
- Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Melt chocolate chips and fold them gently into the mixture for a marbled effect.
- Pour the mixture onto the crust and smooth the top. Chill for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality peppermint extract for the best flavor.
- The food coloring is optional and only for aesthetic purposes.
- Ensure the cheesecake chills completely for a firm texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg