Peppermint Candy Cheesecake

Peppermint Candy Cheesecake
45 min.
12
352kcal

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Indulge in the festive spirit with our delightful Peppermint Candy Cheesecake, a dessert that perfectly marries the creamy richness of cheesecake with the refreshing zing of peppermint. This decadent treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. With a luscious cream cheese filling, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candies, this cheesecake is a showstopper for any holiday gathering or special occasion.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves 12, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or festive parties. Each slice is a harmonious blend of creamy, sweet, and minty goodness, with a caloric breakdown that allows you to enjoy a slice without guilt. The combination of sour cream and cream cheese creates a velvety texture that melts in your mouth, while the crushed peppermint candies add a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor.

Whether you choose to top it with a dollop of whipped cream, additional crushed candies, or mini candy canes, this Peppermint Candy Cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and become a cherished holiday tradition. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of your festive celebrations!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter divided melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • cup graham cracker crumbs 
  • 0.3 cup peppermint candies crushed
  • 1.5 cups cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • 0.8 cup sugar divided
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 12 servings optional: whipped topping frozen mini thawed crushed

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Blend crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 cup melted butter in bottom of an ungreased 8" round springform pan; press evenly over bottom. Blend sour cream, remaining sugar, eggs, flour and vanilla in a blender or food processor until smooth, stop- ping to scrape sides.
  2. Add cream cheese and blend; stir in remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter until completely smooth. Fold in crushed candies and pour over crust.
  3. Bake at 325 degrees for 45 minutes.
  4. Remove from oven and run a knife around edge of pan. Cool; refrigerate overnight. Loosen pan sides and remove springform; garnish with whipped topping, crushed candies and candy canes, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories352kcal
Protein5.18%
Fat65.86%
Carbs28.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.51
Glycemic Load
15.75
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.2513043854548%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:351.67kcal
17.58%
Fat:26.05g
40.07%
Saturated Fat:14.77g
92.33%
Carbohydrates:25.76g
8.59%
Net Carbohydrates:25.51g
9.28%
Sugar:19.57g
21.74%
Cholesterol:97.47mg
32.49%
Sodium:229.97mg
10%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.27%
100%
Protein:4.61g
9.23%
Vitamin A:901.29IU
18.03%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.41%
Selenium:6.92µg
9.89%
Phosphorus:93.35mg
9.34%
Calcium:78.81mg
7.88%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.49%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.35%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.68%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.51%
Folate:13.15µg
3.29%
Potassium:111.93mg
3.2%
Magnesium:11.64mg
2.91%
Iron:0.52mg
2.87%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.65%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.58%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.87%
Vitamin K:1.74µg
1.66%
Copper:0.02mg
1.08%
Fiber:0.25g
1.02%
Source:My Recipes