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#PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE HOW TO#

These particular jars I used today hold about 7.4 ounces so look for something similar to hold between 7-8 ounces. I love the Weck brand for mini glass jars but any brand will do. A stiff peak means the mixture is really fluffy and will stand up firmly on its own when the beaters are lifted. Beat the heavy cream, confectioners sugar and vanilla extract to a stiff peak. If this is your first time making homemade whipped topping, the biggest tip to share is to place your bowl and beaters/whisk into the freezer for about 10 minutes before creating the whipped topping. So, just be patient and let the cream cheese warm up for about an hour on the counter. Cold cream cheese can get a little lumpy and the goal is a nice, creamy cheesecake consistency. It is important that the cream cheese is set out for a little bit before mixing the cheesecake. Garnish with some Andes Peppermint Crunch candies for a little extra peppermint flavoring and to make these desserts irresistible to dip that spoon into. No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake Jars each have the perfect amount cheesecake filling with a touch of peppermint, a nice chocolate OREO crumb base and a fluffy whipped topping on each. The recipe instructions below are for 4 dessert jars but can easily be multiplied to accommodate however many you may need. They are perfect for small gatherings because they are beautiful, fun and you are also staying away from anything “shareable” which, like many, I have been trying to do as much as possible. The best part is this can be made weeks in advance.No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake Jars are a delightful dessert made with cream cheese, heavy cream, peppermint extract, OREO cookies, butter, a little sugar and Andes Peppermint Crunch candies.Ī Covid Christmas will be different than others and I am loving the idea of individual desserts. The ingredients are mixed together and frozen, creating a soft-enough texture to slice but frozen enough to hold a good shape. The method for making this is similar to no-churn ice cream. This cheesecake really tastes like cheesecake but with a slightly lighter texture. The most important part of any food is that it tastes good and looks good. Not only does the candy offer the needed peppermint flavor, but the color slightly turns the cheesecake a festive pink hue.

Crushed peppermint candy: This is the real star.

Since this is not baked, the whipped cream helps provide the cheesecake more of a baked consistency.

Whipping cream: Once whipped to stiff peaks and folded with the remaining ingredients, the whipped cream gives a light texture to offset the heavy cream cheese.

Sweetened condensed milk: This is the secret component that gives the perfect creamy texture even after the cheesecake is frozen.

Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature.

Cream cheese: This is an essential ingredient and the beginning of any cheesecake.

Sweet and chocolatey, they balance the peppermint perfectly.

Chocolate sandwich cookies: When crushed, these become the best press-in crust for the cheesecake.

No-bake peppermint cheesecake ingredients But this cheesecake has turned me into a no-bake believer. Most times I don’t choose a no-bake dessert as it feels like cheating. It’s perfect for the holidays when you need fast and simple recipes to make on the fly when unexpected parties and gatherings pop up. This cheesecake is a delicious no-bake dessert. I always have a few recipes at hand that can be made when in a pinch.

With so much going on, it can be hard to fit everything in! The Christmas season is so extremely busy: parties, programs, family gatherings, and shopping.

#PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE HOW TO#

Watch how to make this peppermint cheesecake.No-bake peppermint cheesecake ingredients.