Description
Indulge in this creamy St. Patrick’s Day Mint Chocolate Cheesecake, featuring rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors that make it a festive treat for any celebration.
Ingredients
- Chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- Unsalted butter
- Cream cheese
- Granulated sugar
- Green food coloring
- Mint extract
- Heavy whipping cream
- Chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then allow it to cool.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar while mixing until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate heavy whipping cream and mint extract; mix until fluffy. Fold in green food coloring until you achieve your desired shade.
- Pour the filling onto the cooled crust and smooth out the top. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release air bubbles.
- Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight to set. Before serving, top with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, experiment with different extracts like almond or orange.
- To enhance texture, add crushed cookies as a topping.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother mixture.a
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg