Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well coated and resemble wet sand.
- Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom of the 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Make sure it is tightly packed down.
- In another mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Use an electric mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add the vanilla extract and peppermint extract to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber scraper. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, garnish the top with crushed peppermint candy for added flavor and decoration.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 16gVitamin A: 700IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg
Notes
For a festive touch, try using colored peppermint candies or chocolate shavings as a garnish. The cheesecake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
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