Festive Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Festive Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 OREO Cookies, finely crushed (about 1-1/2 cups); 1/4 cup butter, melted; 4 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 tsp. peppermint extract; 1 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream; 1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S Bittersweet Chocolate, melted; 4 eggs; 1 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping; 16 starlight mints

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 325F.
2
Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides.
3
Mix cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of prepared pan.
4
Bake 10 min.
5
Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar and extract in large bowl with mixer until blended.
6
Add sour cream and melted chocolate; mix well.
7
Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended.
8
Pour over crust.
9
Bake 40 min.
10
or until center is almost set.
11
Cool.
12
Refrigerate 4 hours.
13
Use foil handles to lift cheesecake from pan before cutting to serve.
14
Top each piece with a dollop of COOL WHIP and mint.

1511

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 18 OREO Cookies, finely crushed (about 1-1/2 cups), 1/4 cup butter, melted, 4 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Festive Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Festive Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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