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Thin Mint Cheesecake

A deliciously creamy cheesecake infused with the classic flavors of Thin Mint cookies, perfect for mint chocolate lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups Thin Mint cookies crushed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Thin Mint cookies chopped
Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Thin Mint cookies crushed, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed Thin Mint cookies and melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add granulated sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder; mix until well combined.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped Thin Mint cookies.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  3. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
  4. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serve
  1. Before serving, top with whipped cream and crushed Thin Mint cookies.
  2. Slice and enjoy your Thin Mint Cheesecake!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For best results, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight to allow flavors to meld.

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