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White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake

Irresistible White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Delight

This White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake is a festive dessert that perfectly blends creamy white chocolate and refreshing peppermint.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Cookies or graham cracker crumbs for gluten-free
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup White Granulated Sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 12 ounces White Chocolate Bars melted
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract or fresh vanilla bean
  • 1 pinch Salt to balance sweetness
  • 4 large Large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Andes Peppermint Chips or crushed candy canes
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream do not use light cream
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar adjust to taste

Equipment

  • food processor
  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Blend the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and combine with melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 11 minutes and let cool.
  2. Melt the white chocolate bars in a microwave-safe bowl. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Gradually add melted white chocolate, sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Mix until smooth and incorporate eggs one at a time, folding in peppermint chips last.
  3. Pour cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. To prevent cracking, prepare a water bath by placing the pan in a larger baking dish filled with hot water.
  4. Bake for 75-85 minutes, until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Turn off the oven and crack the door. Let cool inside for 30 minutes then chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  5. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until medium peaks form. Spread over chilled cheesecake and top with crushed candy canes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling. Using a water bath prevents cracks during baking. Chill for best results.

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