Peppermint Oreo Snowflake Cheesecake
Indulge in the festive delight of Peppermint Oreo Snowflake Cheesecake, a creamy and decadent dessert that captures the spirit of winter. With a rich cheesecake base infused with refreshing peppermint and a crunchy Oreo crust, this showstopper is perfect for holiday gatherings or any celebration. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and sprinkled with additional crushed Oreos, each slice offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 24 Oreo cookies (crushed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in peppermint extract.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture until combined.
- Layer half the filling over the cooled crust, sprinkle with crushed Oreos, then top with remaining filling. Smooth out the surface.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For topping, whip powdered sugar with heavy cream until soft peaks form. Spread over chilled cheesecake and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a gluten-free version, substitute regular Oreos with gluten-free cookies. - Add crushed peppermint candies for extra crunch or drizzle melted chocolate on top for an elegant touch.