{"id":3674,"date":"2020-12-14T09:40:04","date_gmt":"2020-12-14T15:40:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/?p=3674"},"modified":"2024-07-19T09:40:01","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T14:40:01","slug":"chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">A classy Christmas dessert made to impress at your next holiday function. Filled with chocolate and bursting with peppermint flavor this cheesecake is simple, indulgent and delicious.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"975\" data-pin-description=\"A classy Christmas dessert made to impress at your next holiday function. Filled with chocolate and bursting with peppermint flavor this cheesecake is simple, indulgent and delicious. #chocolate #cheesecake #peppermint #chocolatecheesecake #dessert\" data-pin-title=\"The BEST Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-2.jpg\" alt=\"A chocolate cheesecake topped with whipped cream and peppermint candy against a white background with a bowl of peppermints near by\" class=\"wp-image-22155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-2-277x416.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, I know I\u2019m not the only one feeling the Christmas pressure. Gifts, bows, stockings and rolls of wrapping paper are littering my junk closets and trickling onto counters and carpets. Invitations to neighbors\u2019 yankee swaps and ugly sweater parties are popping up everywhere. And of course, you can never show up empty handed to these things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There never seems to be enough time to get it all done while keeping your sanity. Today, I\u2019m sharing a recipe that has saved me year after year. I\u2019m here to help you save precious time that can be better used wrapping gifts or tying bows. Let\u2019s not wait until Christmas Eve this year (Santa needs chill time too).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know the signature flavors that make up the Christmas season: eggnog, gingerbread, cranberry and of course, peppermint. And, y\u2019all, I love \u2018em all! This Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake is an ode to my most favorite of holiday flavors. Filled with chocolate and bursting with peppermint flavor, this cheesecake is indulgent, impressive and oh so delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without further ado, let\u2019s whip up a classy Christmas dessert destined to impress at your next holiday function!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left-text counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #bf368f;color:#bf368f\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" 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title=\"Perks and Highlights of Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake\">Perks and Highlights of Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Ingredients\" title=\"Ingredients\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#How_to_Make_a_Chocolate_Peppermint_Cheesecake\" title=\"How to Make a Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake\">How to Make a Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Tips\" title=\"Tips\">Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#What_Should_the_Texture_Be\" title=\"What Should the Texture Be?\">What Should the Texture Be?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#How_to_Store_Leftover_Cheesecake\" title=\"How to Store Leftover Cheesecake\">How to Store Leftover Cheesecake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#The_Best_Chocolate_and_Peppermint_Combination_Recipes\" title=\"The Best Chocolate and Peppermint Combination Recipes\">The Best Chocolate and Peppermint Combination Recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#For_More_Cheesecakes\" title=\"For More Cheesecakes\">For More Cheesecakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Chocolate_Peppermint_Cheesecake\" title=\"Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake\">Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Want_to_Save_This_Recipe_Boo\" title=\"Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?\">Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Ingredients-2\" title=\"Ingredients\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Instructions\" title=\"Instructions\">Instructions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Notes\" title=\"Notes\">Notes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#How_to_Store_Leftover_Cheesecake-2\" title=\"How to Store Leftover Cheesecake\">How to Store Leftover Cheesecake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\/#Nutrition\" title=\"Nutrition\">Nutrition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-perks-and-highlights-of-chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perks_and_Highlights_of_Chocolate_Peppermint_Cheesecake\"><\/span>Perks and Highlights of Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cuisine Inspiration:<\/strong> Dessert Fantasia Brace yourselves, sweet-tooths! This isn&#8217;t just a cheesecake; it&#8217;s a round-trip ticket to Dessert Fantasia. Inspired by the classic combo of chocolate and peppermint, this cheesecake is where comfort food meets holiday cheer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Primary Cooking Method:<\/strong> Baking We&#8217;re firing up the oven for this one! Baking helps us achieve that creamy, dreamy texture that makes cheesecake the crown jewel of desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dietary Info:<\/strong> Vegetarian, Gluten Options Available Hey, we&#8217;re all about inclusivity here! While this gem is vegetarian, you can easily switch the crust to a gluten-free version. Everyone deserves a slice of heaven!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Flavor:<\/strong> Chocolate Meets Peppermint Imagine the richness of chocolate dancing a tango with the zesty kick of peppermint. It&#8217;s not just a flavor; it&#8217;s an experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skill Level:<\/strong> Intermediate Fear not, intrepid bakers! You might need a bit of experience under your belt (it&#8217;s a cheesecake, after all), but with a dash of courage and a sprinkle of love, you&#8217;ve got this!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Special Perks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crowd-Pleaser:<\/strong> Guaranteed to dazzle at any holiday party. Who can resist the siren call of chocolate and peppermint?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insta-Worthy:<\/strong> Seriously, it&#8217;s a stunner. Get ready for the &#8220;oohs&#8221; and &#8220;aahs&#8221; and, of course, the clicks!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adaptable:<\/strong> Not a peppermint fan? Swap it out for another flavor, or go plain Jane with a dash of vanilla. This cheesecake doesn&#8217;t mind!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make-Ahead Marvel:<\/strong> Whip it up the day before, and let it chill overnight. It&#8217;s like waking up to a Christmas present in your fridge!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indulgence Overload:<\/strong> Creamy, decadent, and rich. This isn&#8217;t just dessert; it&#8217;s a full-on indulgence that&#8217;s worth every. single. calorie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"975\" data-pin-description=\"A classy Christmas dessert made to impress at your next holiday function. Filled with chocolate and bursting with peppermint flavor this cheesecake is simple, indulgent and delicious. #chocolate #cheesecake #peppermint #chocolatecheesecake #dessert\" data-pin-title=\"The BEST Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-5.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate peppermint cheesecake on white parchment with slices missing\" class=\"wp-image-22158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-5.jpg 650w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-5-277x416.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chocolate and peppermint go together like peanut butter and jelly! For years, I\u2019ve looked forward to the holiday season just so I can enjoy this very recipe. There is just something so comforting and refreshing about this flavor pairing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the nutty, rich chocolate to the crisp, bright peppermint, every bite of this cheesecake is better than the last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how we make this wonderful wizardry happen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em><strong>Chocolate Sandwich Cookies<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; sweet, chocolatey and buttery, these cookies are always the way to go. A cookie crust guarantees a sweet-salty, crunchy bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Flour &amp; Sugar<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; both are necessary to create structure and add sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Unsalted Butter<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; butter binds together the crust and helps to crisp up the base during baking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Cream Cheese<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; cream cheese is smooth, tangy and full of delicious fatty goodness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Heavy Cream<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; when beaten, cream lightens and uplifts the cheese mixture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Eggs<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; egg proteins work as a natural thickening agent. Also, emulsifiers in the egg yolk help give the cheesecake a smooth texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Sour Cream<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; I like my cheesecake with a little tang. Sour cream adds decadence, flavor and smooth texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Pure Vanilla<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; earthy, floral and fragrant, vanilla gives our cream filling the classic cheesecake flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Peppermint Extract<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; don\u2019t get crazy with this, a dash too much will take this recipe from pleasantly minty to toothpaste real quick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Cocoa Powder<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; high-quality, dutch-processed cocoa powder is a must. The powder itself should be darker, softer and more aromatic than a cheaper variation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Whipped Cream (Optional)<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; because the texture of cheesecake is quite heavy, I like to create balance by serving my slices with whipped cream. The smooth, light texture adds an extra layer of indulgence you didn\u2019t even know you needed!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><strong>Crushed Peppermint (Optional)<\/strong><\/em>&#8211; feel free to use any holiday baking decorations you have on hand! Have fun with it!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"651\" height=\"897\" data-pin-description=\"A classy Christmas dessert made to impress at your next holiday function. Filled with chocolate and bursting with peppermint flavor this cheesecake is simple, indulgent and delicious. #chocolate #cheesecake #peppermint #chocolatecheesecake #dessert\" data-pin-title=\"The BEST Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-6.jpg\" alt=\"A slice of chocolate cheesecake topped with peppermint on white plate with full cheesecake behind\" class=\"wp-image-22159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-6.jpg 651w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-6-302x416.jpg 302w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 651px) 100vw, 651px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-a-chocolate-peppermint-cheesecake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_a_Chocolate_Peppermint_Cheesecake\"><\/span>How to Make a Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Crust Creation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start with mixin&#8217; chocolate cookie crumbs and sugar in a love affair with melted butter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get that mixture all cozy and pressed into the bottom of your trusty springform pan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake this beauty in the oven for about 10 minutes, then set it aside to cool. Patience, darlings!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Filling Fantasia:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Now, let&#8217;s get that cheesecake filling whipped up! In your KitchenAid\u00ae (a baker&#8217;s bestie!), mix cream cheese and sugar on medium until it&#8217;s smoother than a jazz tune.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glide in that heavy cream, followed by eggs one at a time &#8211; we&#8217;re building flavors here, folks!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s time for the grand entrance: sour cream, vanilla extract, peppermint extract (hello, holiday spirit!), cocoa powder, and flour. Mix until it&#8217;s as smooth as your dance moves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour that luscious batter over your crust. Optional but recommended for the drama: the water bath. It helps our star bake evenly!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Baking Bliss:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pop it in the oven and bake for 1 hour. Then, with the oven off, let it chill inside with the door closed for 4 hours. It&#8217;s like a spa day for your cheesecake!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-oven, ensure it&#8217;s chilled before it hits the fridge. If it&#8217;s still warm, let it cool on the counter. Overnight in the fridge and it&#8217;s ready to make its debut!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Whipped Cream Wonderland:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Now, for the crowning glory! Whip that heavy cream in your KitchenAid\u00ae until it&#8217;s as fluffy as a cloud.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweeten the deal with sugar and mint extract, and keep going until you&#8217;ve got stiff peaks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plop that whipped dream in the center of your cheesecake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. The Finishing Flair:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ready for some fun? Dip a butter knife into red food coloring and swirl it through the whipped cream for that festive vibe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shower the top with crushed peppermint like it&#8217;s confetti, and voila!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips\"><\/span>Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheesecakes tend to get a bad rap for being particularly finicky but I disagree. If you follow the right steps, a cheesecake can be simple and fun. I love making this recipe to bring along to any holiday gathering.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how you can guarantee yourself the perfect cheesecake every time!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Always Use Room Temperature Ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is honestly the only way to ensure that your batter doesn\u2019t contain any unwanted lumps. Let your ingredients (especially your cream cheese) sit out until they reach room temperature. Doing this makes for a smoother, well-incorporated and balanced mixture.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in a pinch, take your cream cheese out of the foil and heat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Anything but cold cream cheese, please!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Don\u2019t Overmix Your Batter&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I absolutely love making good use of my stand mixer for this recipe. It allows me to have better control while also reducing the amount of work I have to do.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both over-mixing and mixing on too high of a speed can cause cracks and craters during the baking process. Be sure to mix on a low to medium speed and watch carefully! You only need to mix your batter until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Let Your Cheesecake Cool Gradually&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know, I know. You just made this incredible cheesecake and you\u2019ve been dreaming amount the moment you get to dig in. But wait! Allowing your cheesecake the proper time to set and cool is essential.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the allotted baking time, let your cheesecake to sit in the oven for an additional 4 hours with the oven off. Then, set your cheesecake out on the counter until completely cooled. Transfer to the fridge to cool overnight.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"975\" data-pin-description=\"A classy Christmas dessert made to impress at your next holiday function. Filled with chocolate and bursting with peppermint flavor this cheesecake is simple, indulgent and delicious. #chocolate #cheesecake #peppermint #chocolatecheesecake #dessert\" data-pin-title=\"The BEST Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-3.jpg\" alt=\"A clean slice of chocolate cheesecake on a white plate ready to serve\" class=\"wp-image-22156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-3.jpg 650w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Chocolate-Peppermint-Cheesecake-3-277x416.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-the-texture-be\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_the_Texture_Be\"><\/span>What Should the Texture Be?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as with any other cheesecake, texture is absolutely key. If made correctly, a cheesecake should be smooth, creamy and light with a melt-in-your-mouth decadence. There is a delicate balance between an airy, flavorful slice and a dense, overpowering one. I\u2019m sure you can tell which one we\u2019re shooting for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a long wait, but dang is it worth it!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-leftover-cheesecake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Store_Leftover_Cheesecake\"><\/span>How to Store Leftover Cheesecake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you guiltily indulge in every last crumb, know that this decadent dish can be stored as leftovers without a hitch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what you can do with those too-good-to-waste leftovers, whether you choose to refrigerate or freeze them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-to-refrigerate\">To Refrigerate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Just about any cheese can be tightly wrapped (in saran or foil) or placed in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Refrigerating cheesecake is best if you plan to eat it within a few days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-to-freeze\">To Freeze<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When I have more than a few individual slices, or I need to buy a little more time, I choose to freeze my cheesecake. To do so, wrap the slices in saran or foil and place them in a heavy freezer-type plastic bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A frozen cheesecake will last for up to 3 weeks. If you\u2019re looking to plan ahead, an entire cheesecake can be made, wrapped and frozen for up to 6 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-to-thaw\">To Thaw<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Thaw frozen cheesecake in the refrigerator overnight. If you\u2019re in a hurry, or in need of a sugar-fix, an individual slice can be thawed at room temperature in 30 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-best-chocolate-and-peppermint-combination-recipes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Chocolate_and_Peppermint_Combination_Recipes\"><\/span>The Best Chocolate and Peppermint Combination Recipes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As I mentioned earlier, I love the flavor combination of chocolate and peppermint. I love it so much so that I have made several chocolate peppermint desserts since starting this blog. Check out some of my other chocolate peppermint dessert recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/peppermint-chocolate-pie-recipe\/\">Peppermint Chocolate Pie<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/peppermint-one-bowl-brownies-recipe\/\">Peppermint One Bowl Brownies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/ultimate-chocolate-pound-cake-with-peppermint-ganache-glaze\/\">Ultimate Peppermint Chocolate Pound Cake<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/coca-cola-chocolate-cupcakes-with-peppermint-buttercream\/\">Chocolate Cupcakes with Peppermint Buttercream<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/peppermint-french-silk-pie\/\">Peppermint French Silk Pie<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-more-cheesecakes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_More_Cheesecakes\"><\/span>For More Cheesecakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love other cheesecake recipes, definitely try my <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/mint-chocolate-cake\/\">Mint Chocolate Cake<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/quad-chocolate-cheesecake\/\">Quadruple Chocolate Cheesecake<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/new-york-cheesecake-recipe\/\">New York Cheesecake<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/spiced-sweet-potato-cheesecake-recipe\/\">Sweet Potato Cheesecake<\/a> and my <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/no-bake-strawberry-cheesecake-recipe\/\">Strawberry Cheesecake<\/a> for a no bake twist!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">*Did you make this recipe? 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class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Cooling <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">4<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card__email\">\n      <style type=\"text\/css\">.hubbub-save-this-message p, input.hubbub-block-save-this-text-control::placeholder,  label.hubbub-save-this-consent-text, .dpsp-email-save-this-tool label {  color: #fff;}.gbc-recipe-card__email .dpsp-email-save-this-tool .hubbub-save-this-heading, .hubbub-save-this-heading {  margin-bottom: 0.75em;  color: #fff !important;}.gbc-recipe-card__email .dpsp-email-save-this-tool .hubbub-save-this-submit-button-paragraph-wrapper {  margin-top: 0.75em;}.dpsp-email-save-this-tool, input.hubbub-block-save-this-text-control {  border-color: #fff !important;}label.hubbub-save-this-consent-text, .gbc-recipe-card__email .dpsp-email-save-this-tool .hubbub-save-this-consent-paragraph-wrapper {  margin-top: 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class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author:&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Jocelyn Delk Adams<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings:&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-13130 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"13130\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">12<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--middle\">\n    \n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-13130-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"13130\" data-servings=\"12\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For The Crust:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 1\/2&#032;cups&#032;chocolate sandwich cookies&#032;crushed\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chocolate sandwich cookies<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">crushed<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3&#032;tbsp&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;5&#032;tbsp&#032;unsalted butter&#032;melted\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For The Cheesecake Filling:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;8 oz packages&#032;packages cream cheese&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">8 oz packages<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">packages cream cheese<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 1\/2&#032;cups&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3\/4&#032;cups&#032;heavy cream&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy cream<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;large eggs&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;sour cream&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sour cream<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 1\/2&#032;tbsp&#032;pure vanilla extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pure vanilla extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;tsp&#032;peppermint extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">peppermint extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2\/3&#032;cup&#032;cocoa powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2\/3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cocoa powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tbsp&#032;all-purpose flour\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For The Whipped Cream:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;heavy whipping cream&#032;cold\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy whipping cream<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">cold<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tbsp&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;tsp&#032;peppermint extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">peppermint extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;drop&#032;red food coloring\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">drop<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red food coloring<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For garnish: crushed and whole peppermint<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-13130 wprm-unit-conversion-container-links wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"13130\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"13130\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--bottom\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-13130-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"13130\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Thoroughly spray a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick baking spray. If attempting a water bath, make sure your springform pan is securely closed then triple wrap the sides of the pan with foil to prevent any water from seeping into the sides. It is crucial that the pan doesn\u2019t have any openings or water could seep in creating a soggy cheesecake.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Crust:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Whisk together chocolate cookie crumbs and sugar with melted butter.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Press mixture into the bottom of the springform pan and bake in the oven for 10 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Cheesecake Filling:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In the KitchenAid\u00ae Ceramic Bowl of your Stand Mixer, mix cream cheese and sugar at medium speed until completely blended and smooth.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit;font-weight: inherit\">Add in heavy cream, and then add in the eggs one at a time, mixing until incorporated.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-2-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Lastly, pour in sour cream, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, cocoa powder and flour and mix until entire batter is smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Carefully pour the batter into the prepared pan.&nbsp;<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div><span style=\"display: block;\">(Optional) Water bath: Place your cheesecake pan inside a larger pan and slowly fill the large pan with boiling water halfway up the sides of the springform pan.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-2-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit;font-weight: inherit\">Bake cheesecake for 1 hour. Turn the oven off and let the cake cool in oven with the door closed for 4 additional hours.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-2-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove cheesecake from oven after 4 hours and make sure the cheesecake is completely chilled before placing in the refrigerator (if it is still a bit warm, allow it to cool on the counter before refrigerating), then chill overnight until ready to serve.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Whipped Cream:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Beat heavy cream in the bowl of your KitchenAid\u00ae Stand Mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Slowly add in sugar and mint extract and beat until stiff peaks form.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-3-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pile the whipped cream in the center of the cheesecake.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-3-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Carefully dip a butter knife into the red food coloring and swirl through the pile of whipped cream creating a decorative pattern. Dip back in food coloring as needed.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-13130-step-3-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Lastly sprinkle crushed peppermint over whipped cream and garnish with any additional peppermint and serve.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n    <div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Notes\"><\/span>Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Ensure your ingredients are room temperature, especially the cream cheese, when starting this recipe. It is essential for a smooth cheesecake batter.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Store_Leftover_Cheesecake-2\"><\/span>How to Store Leftover Cheesecake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Before you guiltily indulge in every last crumb, know that this decadent dish can be stored as leftovers without a hitch!<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Here\u2019s what you can do with those too-good-to-waste leftovers, whether you choose to refrigerate or freeze them.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h4>To Refrigerate<\/h4>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Just about any cheese can be tightly wrapped (in saran or foil) or placed in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Refrigerating cheesecake is best if you plan to eat it within a few days.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h4>To Freeze<\/h4>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">When I have more than a few individual slices, or I need to buy a little more time, I choose to freeze my cheesecake. To do so, wrap the slices in saran or foil and place them in a heavy freezer-type plastic bag.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">A frozen cheesecake will last for up to 3 weeks. If you\u2019re looking to plan ahead, an entire cheesecake can be made, wrapped and frozen for up to 6 weeks.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h4>To Thaw<\/h4>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Thaw frozen cheesecake in the refrigerator overnight. If you\u2019re in a hurry, or in need of a sugar-fix, an individual slice can be thawed at room temperature in 30 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition\"><\/span>Nutrition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">447<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">49<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">15<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">125<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">146<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">189<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">38<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">855<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">65<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span 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