Decadent Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe 🌿

 

Ingredients:  

- 2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs  

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted  

- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened  

- 1 cup granulated sugar  

- 3 large eggs  

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract  

- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract  

- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted  

- 1/2 cup sour cream  

- A few drops of green food coloring (optional)  

Directions:  

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch

springform pan and press the chocolate wafer crumb

mixture combined with melted butter evenly into the

bottom to form the crust.  

2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and

sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well

after each addition.  

3. Stir in the vanilla extract, peppermint extract, melted

chocolate chips, sour cream, and green food coloring if

desired. Pour the filling over the prepared crust.  

4. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until

the center is just set. Turn off the oven and let the

cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1

hour.  

5. Remove from the oven, refrigerate for at least 4 hours

or overnight before serving.  

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Baking Time: 55 minutes | Total

Time: 75 minutes  

Kcal: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 12  

Tips:  

- For a richer flavor, substitute dark chocolate chips for

semisweet and add crushed mint candies to the crust for

extra crunch.  

- If you prefer a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese

and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.  

- Serve with fresh whipped cream and chocolate

shavings for an elegant presentation, or add a layer of

chocolate ganache on top before chilling.