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Chocolate Mint Cheesecake

A rich and creamy cheesecake infused with chocolate and mint, topped with whipped cream and garnished with crushed peppermint candies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
For the filling
  • 3 packages (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cups sour cream
  • 0.5 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 0.25 cups mint extract (or to taste)
For the topping
  • 0.5 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • crushed peppermint candies or chocolate shavings for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until the texture is similar to wet sand.
  3. Press this mixture tightly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool.
Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Gradually add in the sugar and beat until fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Add the sour cream and melted chocolate, mixing just until combined.
  5. Stir in the mint extract, tasting as you go.
Baking
  1. Pour the filling onto the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
  2. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly wobbly.
  3. Cool the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly ajar for about an hour.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
Topping
  1. When ready to serve, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  2. Spread the whipped cream on top of the cheesecake and garnish with crushed peppermint candies or chocolate shavings.

Notes

If your cheesecake cracks, just cover it with whipped cream. Feel free to personalize with toppings. For a festive touch, consider using peppermint in the crust or green food coloring in the filling.