No-Bake Peppermint Cheesecake Bites Recipe
Delight in these festive No-Bake Peppermint Cheesecake Bites, featuring a crunchy chocolate cookie base topped with a smooth, creamy peppermint-infused cheesecake filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these bite-sized treats combine rich white chocolate, fresh peppermint flavor, and a light whipped cream finish, all without any baking required.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies (plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, combine the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with the melted butter until well mixed. Press about 1 tablespoon of this mixture into the bottom of mini cupcake liners or silicone molds, creating an even base layer for each bite.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until creamy and well blended.
- Incorporate white chocolate: Stir the melted white chocolate into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Add whipped cream and peppermint candies: Gently fold in the whipped cream or whipped topping along with the crushed peppermint candies to create a fluffy, minty filling.
- Assemble the bites: Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the cookie bases in the molds, smoothing the tops with a spatula or the back of a spoon for an even finish.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the bites for at least 2 hours or until firm and set to ensure they hold their shape when served.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, sprinkle additional crushed peppermint candies on top of each bite for a festive touch and added crunch.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling texture.
- If you do not have peppermint extract, you can substitute with mint extract, but use less to avoid overpowering flavor.
- Use mini cupcake liners or silicone molds for easy removal and presentation.
- Chilling time is essential for the cheesecake bites to firm up properly.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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