Christmas Candy Cane Freezer Cake Recipe

Name: Christmas Candy Cane Freezer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (finely crushed); ½ cup melted butter; ¼ cup sugar; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; ⅔ cup whipping cream, unwhipped; 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (can use less if desired); 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 2 teaspoons peppermint extract; 1 ½ cups whipped cream (measure out 1-1/2 cups after whipping); ⅔ cup coarsely chopped candy cane (or can use hard crushed peppermint candies)

Servings: persons

2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (finely crushed)
½ cup melted butter
¼ cup sugar
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
⅔ cup whipping cream, unwhipped
1 ½ cups powdered sugar (can use less if desired)
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons peppermint extract
1 ½ cups whipped cream (measure out 1-1/2 cups after whipping)
⅔ cup coarsely chopped candy cane (or can use hard crushed peppermint candies)

1
Prepare an ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
2
For the crust; combine all ingredients then press into bottom of the baking pan.
3
For the ganache; melt the chocolate chips with 2/3 cup whipping cream in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally until smooth (this should take about 4-5 minutes).
4
Pour the ganache over the crust in the pan.
5
Place in freezer while making the filling (at least 15 minutes).
6
For the filling; in a bowl combine the powdered sugar with cream cheese and peppermint extract; beat at low speed until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
7
Add in 1-1/2 cups whipped cream; stir gently stir using a wooden spoon or spatula until combined.
8
Gently stir in crushed candy.
9
Spread over the cold ganache mixture.
10
Cover and freeze a minimum of 5 hours or overnight.

1930

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

161

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (finely crushed), ½ cup melted butter, ¼ cup sugar, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, and more.

Yes, Christmas Candy Cane Freezer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Christmas Candy Cane Freezer Cake

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