Description
Delightful Christmas Peppermint Cheesecake Bars that are creamy, rich, and packed with peppermint flavor, making them the perfect holiday treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- Red and green food coloring (optional)
- Chocolate ganache or chocolate drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gently fold in whipped cream and half of the crushed peppermint, spread evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle remaining crushed peppermint on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Drizzle chocolate ganache, if desired, before serving.
- Cut into bars and serve chilled.
Notes
Bars can be served with whipped cream or ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg