Description
Indulge in the cool, creamy decadence of this No Bake Peppermint Oreo Cheesecake. With a luscious Oreo crust, a silky peppermint-infused cheesecake filling, and a festive candy cane topping, this dessert is a holiday showstopper.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 30 Oreos very finely crushed
- 5 T butter, melted
- 1 T sugar
For the Filling:
- 16 oz softened cream cheese
- 3/4 c sugar
- 1/2 c sour cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 1/4 c heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 c powdered sugar
- 1/4 c finely crushed mint or candy canes
- 12 Oreos, coarsely crushed
Optional Topping:
- 6 Oreos, crushed
- extra crushed candy cane
Instructions
- For the Oreo Crust: Process the Oreos in a food processor until fine. Mix with melted butter and sugar, press firmly into a pan, and freeze.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, add sour cream, vanilla, and peppermint extract. Whip cream and sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in whipped cream, peppermints, and crushed Oreos. Spread mixture on chilled crust and chill for 8 hours.
- Once Set: Add remaining crushed Oreos and candy canes. Slice and serve chilled. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Crush candy canes finely for texture.
- Crush Oreos finely for easy slicing.
- Add food coloring sparingly for a festive touch.
- Chill cheesecake adequately for best results.
- Use hot knife for clean slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
