Description
These Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Bites are the ultimate holiday treat—rich, creamy cheesecake with a chocolate wafer crust, infused with peppermint and topped with melted chocolate and crushed peppermint candies. Perfect for Christmas parties, dessert trays, or festive gifting!
Ingredients
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250 g chocolate wafer crumbs
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120 g butter, melted
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225 g cream cheese, softened
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400 g chocolate-flavored sweetened condensed milk
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
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90 g semisweet chocolate chips
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3 teaspoons vegetable oil
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30 g crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat oven to 165°C (325°F).
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Line 18 muffin cups with foil baking cups.
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Prepare the Crust:
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Combine chocolate wafer crumbs and melted butter.
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Press mixture into prepared cups to form crusts.
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Bake for 6 minutes; let cool for 30 minutes. Keep oven on.
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Make the Cheesecake Filling:
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Beat cream cheese until fluffy.
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Add sweetened condensed milk, eggs, vanilla, and peppermint extracts. Mix until smooth.
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Divide filling over crusts.
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Bake the Cheesecake Bites:
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Bake 20–25 minutes until set.
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Cool completely, about 1 hour. Remove foil cups carefully.
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Add Chocolate Drizzle:
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Melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil in microwave (15-second intervals).
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Drizzle over bites and sprinkle with crushed peppermint.
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Chill:
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Notes
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Store bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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Freeze for up to 1 month and thaw in the fridge before serving.
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Use silicone molds for easier removal and perfect shape.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American