Peppermint Chocolate Layered Dessert
This Peppermint Chocolate Layered Dessert combines rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors in a luscious, creamy treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 2 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter, then press into the base of a serving dish to form the crust.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture along with peppermint extract.
- Pour half of the cream mixture over the crust.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve sugar in hot water, then mix in melted chocolate chips to form a smooth ganache.
- Layer the chocolate ganache over the cream layer.
- Top with remaining cream mixture.
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top for garnish.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, garnish with mini chocolate chips or a peppermint stick on top before serving.
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