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Candy Cane Bark Cheesecake Recipe Easy Festive Dessert

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A festive holiday dessert combining creamy cheesecake, refreshing peppermint, and crunchy candy cane bark for a stunning and indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 oz white chocolate, melted
  • 1 cup crushed candy cane bark

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the filling onto the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
  5. Place the cheesecake in the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  6. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
  7. Spread the melted white chocolate over the chilled cheesecake. Sprinkle the crushed candy cane bark evenly on top.

Notes

[‘Let the cheesecake cool slowly to prevent cracks.’, ‘Use a water bath for extra insurance against cracks.’, ‘Crush candy canes easily by placing them in a zip-top bag and smashing them with a rolling pin.’, ‘Be gentle with peppermint extract as a little goes a long way.’]

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Keywords: Candy Cane Bark Cheesecake, Holiday Dessert, Christmas Cheesecake, Peppermint Cheesecake, Festive Dessert

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