No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 423kcal
No-Bake Peppermint Cheesecake is a darlingly delectable treat fit for any occasion, but it just might be better suited for Christmas when candy canes are readily available and easy to source! If you’re hosting a dinner party this holiday season, this dessert can be prepared a day in advance, freeing up your valuable time!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup confectioner's sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 8 ounces cool whip, (roughly 3 cups) thawed according to container instructions
- 6 tablespoons crushed candy canes
- 36 Oreo Cookies
- whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Transfer the softened cream cheese to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the confectioner's sugar and peppermint extract. Beat on medium-low speed to incorporate.
- Next, add the thawed cool whip and beat on medium speed to incorporate.
- Add 5 tablespoons of crushed candy canes. Use a rubber spatula to fold those into the cream cheese mixture.
- Transfer to a large piping bag prepared with a large circular tip. Transfer the filling to the fridge while you prepare the cookie crumbs.
- Separate the cookies and remove and discard the cream filling. Transfer all of the cookie part of the Oreos to a food processor and pulse until a fine crumb is achieved. Distribute the crumbs evenly into 8 serving vessels or spread it evenly in the bottom of an 9″ x 9″ Pyrex dish.
- Next, pipe the filling evenly into the 8 serving vessels or alternatively, pipe into long rows onto the crumb base in the Pyrex dish. If you are using a Pyrex dish, you can use an offset spatula to lightly even out the filling layer.
- Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, top with whipped cream, crushed candy canes, a peppermint stick or candy cane, and a whole Oreo cookie.
Nutrition
Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 319mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 431IU | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 7mg