No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake (Printable Version)
Creamy cheesecake with a crunchy Oreo crust and a refreshing peppermint twist, no oven needed.
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
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22 Oreo cookies, crushed
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45 ml melted butter
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12 g granulated sugar
→ Filling
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450 g cream cheese, softened
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240 ml heavy cream
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200 g granulated sugar
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30 g powdered sugar
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5 ml peppermint extract
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6 drops pink food coloring
# Steps:
01 -
Crush Oreo cookies finely using a food processor. Combine with melted butter and sugar until mixture resembles damp sand. Press firmly into the bottom and sides of a springform pan to form an even crust.
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Refrigerate the crust for a minimum of 30 minutes to firm up and prevent sogginess.
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Beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy, ensuring a lump-free texture.
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Whip heavy cream together with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, creating a light, airy consistency.
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Gently fold the sweetened cream cheese mixture into the whipped cream, then incorporate peppermint extract and pink food coloring evenly without deflating.
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Pour the filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula for an even layer.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is completely set and firm.
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Optionally decorate with whipped cream dollops and crushed peppermint candies before serving.
# Notes:
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Soften cream cheese to room temperature prior to mixing to avoid lumps.
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Using a springform pan facilitates clean removal without damage.
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Press crust firmly and chill to maintain crunch and prevent sogginess.