Best 4 Peppermint Patty Cheesecake Recipes

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Peppermint patty cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines the minty freshness of peppermint patties with the creamy indulgence of cheesecake. This classic treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering, a special celebration, or just a weekend treat. With its rich flavor and velvety texture, peppermint patty cheesecake is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE



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People are thrilled when they see me coming with this rich, smooth cheesecake-it's always a crowd pleaser. Not only does it look sensational, but it is so scrumptious. -Carrie Price, Ottawa, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2-1/2 cups cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 package (10 ounces) Andes creme de menthe baking chips or 2 packages (4.67 ounces each) mint Andes candies, chopped
TOPPING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Miniature candy canes, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. , In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake until set, 12-14 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the sour cream, flour and extracts. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Fold in chips. Pour into crust. (Pan will be full.) Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° until center is just set and top appears dull, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan., For topping, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir one-fourth whipped topping into mixture; fold in remaining whipped topping. Spread or pipe onto cheesecake. Garnish with miniature candy canes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 711 calories, Fat 51g fat (33g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE



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If you love cheesecake and love peppermint candy this will be perfect! Delicious and great for the holidays!

Provided by Mrs Sarah

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 5h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
½ cup crushed peppermint candies, divided
1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Mix in the eggs 1 at a time until well-incorporated. Fold crushed peppermint candies into filling with a spoon, reserving 2 tablespoons for decorating the top. Pour filling into the prepared crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheesecake is set, about 40 minutes. Allow to cool at room temperature, about 1 hour.
  • Refrigerate cheesecake until completely chilled, 4 hours to overnight. Sprinkle reserved peppermint candies on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 86.5 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 287.8 mg, Sugar 27 g

CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE



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After making some delicious dessert bars, I was determined to turn the recipe into a chocolate peppermint cheesecake. This festive dessert is the result and one of my favorites to serve for the holidays. Whether I share it with family or give it as a gift, it always receives rave reviews. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs
6 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup white baking chips
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup peppermint crunch baking chips
GANACHE:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Optional: whipped cream and peppermint crunch baking chips or peppermint striped white chocolate kisses

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Wrap foil securely around pan. In a small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto bottom of prepared pan. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth and cool slightly. Repeat with white baking chips., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in sour cream, flour and extract. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Remove 2 cups batter to a small bowl; stir in cooled chocolate chips until blended. Pour over crust. Stir peppermint chips and cooled white chips into remaining batter; gently spoon over chocolate layer. Place springform pan in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake until center is just set and top appears dull, 75-85 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove foil. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight, covering when completely cooled. , Remove rim from pan. For ganache, place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Let stand 3 minutes. Spread over cheesecake. If desired, garnish with whipped cream and additional peppermint crunch baking chips or kisses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 calories, Fat 39g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

PEPPERMINT PATTY CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE



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Dreams do come true. I woke up a couple of days ago and could almost taste the cheesecake that I had dreamed about. So of course I jotted it down. Made it today. And all I can say is oh yea

Provided by Kathy Griffin

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 c sugar
1 large egg
1 Tbsp cocoa powder
2 Tbsp peppermint extract
CRUST
1 c chocolate graham cracker crumbs
3 Tbsp butter, melted
3 tsp sugar
GLAZE
12 peppermint patties ( small not the large ones)
2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. In a small bowl add melted butter and sugar to chocolate graham cracker crumbs. Mix well. Pour into a 10 inch springform pan and press down. Bake 10 minutes, remove from oven and let cool
  • 2. In a bowl cream together cream cheese and sugar. Add cocoa and mix well. Add egg and peppermint extract and mix well. Pour onto cooled crust and spread to cover crust ( I wrapped my pan bottom with aluminum foil and place in a baking dish with 1 inch of water)
  • 3. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 50-55 minutes ( mine was 50) Let cool for 45-60 minutes before removing from pan. Let chill for well as long as you can with out cutting it :) ( about 3 hours)
  • 4. In a microwave safe bowl break peppermint patties in pieces add heavy cream and microwave 1 minute. Stir well. Continue in 15 second burst until candies are melted and mixed well. Pour over cheesecake and let cool. Slice and enjoy.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final product, so be sure to use the best you can afford.
  • Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature: This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Don't overbeat the cheesecake batter: Overbeating can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving: This will give it time to set properly.

Conclusion:

This peppermint patty cheesecake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy peppermint filling and chocolate cookie crust, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give this peppermint patty cheesecake a try.

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