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Creamy Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Recipe with Oreo Crust

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A festive and creamy peppermint bark cheesecake with a crunchy Oreo crust, perfect for holiday celebrations. This easy recipe balances rich, smooth cheesecake with refreshing minty crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 24 Oreo cookies (crushed into fine crumbs, preferably without filling)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese (softened, full-fat)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150 g) crushed peppermint bark (mixed white and dark chocolate)
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Crush 24 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand. Mix crumbs with 5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the springform pan. Compact well using the bottom of a glass or measuring cup.
  4. Bake crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  5. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy (3-4 minutes). Avoid overmixing.
  6. Add sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and blend gently until combined.
  7. Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating on low speed just until blended after each addition.
  8. If using, stir in peppermint extract for extra mint flavor.
  9. Fold in about 3/4 cup crushed peppermint bark gently with a spatula.
  10. Pour filling over cooled Oreo crust and smooth the top.
  11. Bake for 50–60 minutes until the center jiggles slightly when shaken.
  12. Turn off oven and prop door open slightly; let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  13. Remove from oven, sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup crushed peppermint bark on top.
  14. Chill cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for smooth batter. Avoid overmixing eggs to prevent cracks. Press crust firmly for best texture. Cool cheesecake slowly in oven with door ajar to avoid cracking. Run a knife around edges before releasing springform pan. Peppermint extract is optional but enhances mint flavor. For vegan or gluten-free options, substitute ingredients accordingly.

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