White chocolate peppermint cheesecake is a heavenly dessert that combines the creamy richness of white chocolate with the refreshing flavor of peppermint. This classic cheesecake is perfect for any occasion, whether you're celebrating a special event or just looking for a delicious treat. With its creamy texture, delightful minty notes, and elegant presentation, this white chocolate peppermint cheesecake is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.
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WHITE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE
Making a peppermint cheesecake is a Christmas tradition around our house. We've tried many recipes, and this is the best combination we've found! It gets rave reviews from our family. Light and minty, with a hint of chocolate. While this recipe is involved, it is not difficult. Keep at it and your work will pay off! Delicious results. Top with mini chocolate chips and additional Andes® peppermint chips if desired. Store in a refrigerator.
Provided by Rick Fields
Categories Desserts Chocolate Dessert Recipes White Chocolate
Time 11h25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with 2 sheets of aluminum foil.
- Crush chocolate cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor. Add melted butter and stir until well combined. Transfer crumb mixture into the prepared pan. Press down crumbs to create an even crust, completely covering the bottom of the pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until just set, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Beat cream cheese in a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer with an electric mixer until smooth. Add sugar and mix well. Mix in melted almond bark, flour, heavy cream, peppermint extract, and salt, scraping the bowl prior to each new addition; mix well. Add 1 egg at a time on medium-low speed. Mix until smooth. Fold in creme de menthe and peppermint crunch baking chips.
- Transfer the springform pan with the cooked crust to a large roasting pan. Pour filling into the crust. Add enough hot water to the roasting pan to reach halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
- Bake in the center of the preheated oven until set, about 1 hour. Turn off the oven. Leave cake in the oven, keeping the door shut, for an additional 45 minutes. Remove and allow to sit for at least 1 hour before chilling.
- Chill for 4 hours, to overnight.
- Beat softened cream cheese, white chocolate, whipped topping, sugar, and vanilla extract for mousse together in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and slightly thickened. Add mousse to the top of the cheesecake. Chill for at least 4 more hours.
- Remove the sides of the springform pan. Cut into slices and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 98.6 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 19.4 g, Sodium 294.9 mg, Sugar 25.9 g
WHITE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE
Bits of pretty mint candies dot every slice of this velvety cheesecake. You'll turn to this classic dessert time and again.-Grenville Samson, Oswego, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h45m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place a greased 10-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1-in. up the sides of prepared pan. Bake at 325° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Beat in the sour cream, flour and extracts. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Fold in chips and 3/4 cup crushed candies. Pour into crust. Sprinkle with remaining candies., 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, about 1-1/4 hours. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.
WHITE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE
I found this gem in the debbie Macomber christmas cookbook. It will be served on my christmas dessert buffet this year.. for the crust I used girl scout thin mints I had frozen
Provided by GingerlyJ
Categories Cheesecake
Time 1h35m
Yield 1 cheesecake, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- to make the crust preheat oven to 350.
- wrap foil inside and around sides of 9 inch springform pan.
- in a food processor, pulse cookies into fine crumbs add four tablespoons melted butter and process until crumbs are moist and hold together.
- press crumbs into bottom and up sides of pan. bale for ten minutes and transer to a wire rack to cool.
- for filling, in a large bowl beat cream cheese with electric mixer until fluffy.
- gradually beat in sugar, flour, vanilla and peppermint.
- scrape down sides of bowl.
- add eggs one at a time beating after each addition.
- mix in sour cream until well blended.
- carefully pour filling into crust.
- place foil wrapped pan in a larger deep pan.
- heat water in a kettle and pour into larger pan til it reaches halfway up sides of cake pan.
- bake for 1 hour and ten minutes until edges are set and center jiggles.
- transer to a wire rack to cool.
- loosesly cover cake and refrigerate until cold.
- for the glaze melt white chocolate and butter in a bowl and set over saucepan of hot water stirring often.
- remove from heat.
- whisk in confectioner's sugar and cream.
- drizzle glaze over cooled cake.
- artfully arrange peppermint pattys on top of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.2, Fat 29.9, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 122.6, Sodium 295.1, Carbohydrate 40.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 33.5, Protein 6.3
Tips:
- For a smoother cheesecake, use a food processor to blend the cream cheese and sugar until completely smooth.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before using. This will help it blend more easily and create a smoother cheesecake.
- If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a 9-inch pie plate. Just be sure to trim the excess crust around the edges.
- To prevent the cheesecake from cracking, bake it in a water bath. This will help to create a moist and creamy cheesecake.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. This will help it to set properly and make it easier to slice.
- Garnish the cheesecake with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or crushed candy canes before serving.
Conclusion:
This white chocolate peppermint cheesecake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and festive appearance, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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