Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Bars

 

 

 

Whip up a batch of these Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Bars for a decadently refreshing treat! The crunchy Oreo crust and creamy mint filling are irresistible.

Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients:

For the Oreo Crust:

1 ½ cups Oreo biscuit crumbs (approximately 20 biscuits)

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

4 tablespoons melted butter, cooled

For the Chocolate Mint Cheesecake:

16 oz cream cheese, room temperature

⅓ cup granulated sugar

¼ cup sour cream, room temperature

2 tablespoons flour

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon peppermint or mint extract

⅛ teaspoon salt

2 large eggs, room temperature

6-8 drops green food coloring (adjust as needed)

½ cup Andes mints, finely chopped

For the Chocolate Mint Ganache:

½ cup chocolate chips

¼ cup Andes mints, coarsely chopped

⅓ cup heavy cream

A pinch of salt

Instructions:

Oreo Crust Preparation:

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare an 8×8 inch pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper.

Process Oreo biscuits to fine crumbs, mix with sugar and melted butter. Press into pan, bake for 8 minutes, then cool.

Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Preparation:

Cream the cream cheese with sugar and flour until smooth.

Add sour cream, vanilla, mint extract, and salt. Mix on low.

Lightly whisk eggs, then add to mixture just until incorporated. Stir in food coloring and chopped Andes mints.

Pour over cooled crust, bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool, then refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.

Chocolate Mint Ganache Preparation:

Place chocolate chips and chopped Andes mints in a bowl.

Heat cream until it begins to boil, pour over chocolate mixture. Cover, then stir until smooth.

Pour over chilled cheesecake, spread evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes + chilling

Kcal: 350 kcal per bar | Servings: 16 bars