No Bake Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
This No Bake Mint Chocolate Cheesecake is a decadent dessert combining rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors. A creamy, luscious filling sits atop a crunchy cookie crust, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. No baking required, which makes it quick and easy to prepare!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes + chilling time
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (melted and cooled)
- Chocolate shavings or mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter, then press into the base of a springform pan. Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add peppermint extract and green food coloring, if using.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour half of the mixture onto the crust, then layer with melted chocolate. Top with the remaining cheesecake filling.
- Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the chocolate is completely cooled before adding to avoid melting the cheesecake filling.
- For a more intense mint flavor, adjust the peppermint extract to taste.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg