No Bake Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate no bake mint chocolate cheesecake recipe! This easy dessert combines creamy cheesecake with minty chocolate flavors, perfect for mint lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp mint extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Green food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
Instructions
- Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press into a springform pan to form the crust. Chill for 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and mint extract, mixing well.
- Gradually fold in whipped heavy cream and green food coloring, if using.
- Pour half of the cheesecake mixture onto the crust, spreading evenly.
- Mix melted chocolate into the remaining cheesecake mixture, then layer it on top. Smooth the surface.
- Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours or until set.
- Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the melted chocolate has cooled slightly before mixing to avoid melting the cheesecake mixture.
- Can be made a day ahead for better flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 220mg