Description
A delicious peppermint bark cheesecake perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed peppermint bark
- 1 cup whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla and eggs, mixing until combined.
- Stir in sour cream and crushed peppermint bark.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
- Let the cheesecake cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality peppermint bark for the best flavor.
- Allow the cheesecake to chill overnight for improved taste.
- Serve with extra crushed peppermint bark on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: peppermint bark cheesecake, holiday dessert, cheesecake recipe