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This No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake is smooth, creamy, and filled with the flavors of the holiday season. From the Oreo cookie crust, to the peppermint candies and white chocolate ganache on top, this sweet treat is a must-make for dessert! #cheesecake #nobakecheesecake #cheesecakerecipes #peppermintcheesecake #holidayrecipes #holidaydessert #dessert

This No Bake Peppermint Bark Cheesecake is smooth, creamy, and filled with the flavors of the holidays. From the Oreo cookie crust, to the peppermint candies and white chocolate ganache on top, this easy sweet treat is a must-make for dessert!

slice of no bake peppermint bark cheesecake on a white plate

  1. Christmas Vacation
  2. Prancer
  3. Home Alone (1 and 2)
  4. A Christmas Story
  5. The Santa Clause

I’d say those would round out my top five favorite Christmas movies. Of course, then there’s Elf, The Family Man, The Family Stone, and a whole slew of other movies that I absolutely love, especially during the holidays.

And that doesn’t count the made-for-TV movies (I’m looking at you Hallmark Channel and Lifetime) that always draw me in. I’m a Christmas movie fanatic, and I’m proud of it!

Speaking of TV movies, have you noticed how early some channels started airing their holiday shows? Now, I’m all for Christmas, but the Hallmark channel started their “countdown to Christmas” in October, and then starting on November 1st, aired their holiday movies in the afternoons and evening. Just a teeny bit early, considering they play it 24/7.

But I’ll step off my soapbox now (and probably off to watch a Christmas movie, too)!

Let’s get serious and talk about some dessert. A rich and decadent Peppermint Cheesecake, to be exact.

What Makes This Peppermint Cheesecake So Great

  • It’s no bake, which means you don’t even have to turn on your oven!
  • This Christmas cheesecake is full of brisk, pepperminty goodness, perfect for the holiday season!
  • The creamy cheesecake filling topped with rich white chocolate ganache make this a dessert to remember!

top down shot of a whole peppermint cheesecake

If you’ve been hanging around here long enough, you know I’m ALL about cheesecakes. From this Peanut Butter Cup version, to this Pumpkin Trifle and this Greek Yogurt Strawberry Cheesecake Dip, and that French Toast, I love it all. And you do, too, because cheesecakes are one of my most popular recipes on Pumpkin ‘N Spice!

And since we could all use a little less time in the kitchen and a little more time with our loved ones, especially during the craziness of the holidays, I figured a no-bake cheesecake was the way to go.

In less than 15 minutes, you can have this cheesecake prepped and ready to pop into the refrigerator. Sounds pretty good, right?

Filled with a hint of peppermint, studded with peppermint candies, and topped with a rich, white chocolate ganache, this No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake is decadently rich and delicious. I mean, white chocolate ganache…could that get any better? And I won’t tell if you take a spoonful (or three) when glazing this cake.

So, if you’re a cheesecake and peppermint lover like I am, then what are you waiting for? This easy, no bake dessert will be the hit of the holiday season, I guarantee it!

a piece of candy cane cheesecake on a plate with a fork

Ingredients in Peppermint Bark Cheesecake 

This chocolate peppermint cheesecake recipe has a very simple ingredients list: 

  • Oreos
  • Unsalted butter
  • Cream cheese
  • Granulated sugar
  • Peppermint extract 
  • Vanilla extract
  • Red food coloring
  • Cool Whip
  • Peppermint candies or candy canes
  • Heavy cream
  • White chocolate 

How To Make No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake

This peppermint bark cheesecake is so easy to make! Here are the basic steps: 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs and melted butter.
  2. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch spring form pan. Chill until firm. 
  3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add red food coloring and stir to combine.
  4. Fold in the whipped topping and crushed peppermint candy until completely combined, then spread the filling evenly into the prepared cookie crust.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  6. Once chilled, make the white chocolate ganache and pour over top of the candy cane cheesecake. 
  7. Refrigerate until firm, then slice and enjoy! 

Can I Prep This Recipe in Advance? 

Yes! This candy cane cheesecake can be made up to 24 hours in advance of serving it. Leftovers will keep for an addition 3 to 4 days. 

A bite of peppermint bark cheesecake on a fork

Recipe Variations to Try

  • You could easily turn this into a spearmint cheesecake using spearmint extract, green food coloring, and spearmint candies!
  • Switch out the white chocolate for another type of chocolate like milk or dark!
  • Try a different type of cookie crust! Graham crackers or shortbread cookies would work.

Tips for Making Peppermint Cheesecake 

  • Be sure to stir in the red food coloring really well, otherwise you’ll have streaks in your cheesecake!
  • When heating the heavy cream, make sure to stir often so the cream doesn’t burn.
  • Let the ganache fully cool before pouring it over the cheesecake, otherwise it will melt into the cake!
  • I used the “winter red” Oreos, just to give it a more festive touch, but any chocolate sandwich cookie will do.

Looking for more no-bake cheesecake recipes? I’ve got you covered!

  • No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake 
  • No-Bake Peppermint Oreo Cheesecake 
  • No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake 
  • No-Bake Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake 
  • No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake 

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No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake

This No Bake Peppermint Cheesecake is smooth, creamy, and filled with the flavors of the holidays. From the Oreo cookie crust, to the peppermint candies and white chocolate ganache on top, this easy sweet treat is a must-make for dessert!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cheesecake, holiday recipe, peppermint
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Author Gayle

Ingredients

Crust:

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) package Oreo cookies , ground into crumbs (I used the "Winter Red" variety, but any kind will do)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted

Filling:

  • 24 ounces (3 blocks) cream cheese , softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 drops red food coloring
  • 1 (8 ounce) tub whipped topping , such as Cool Whip
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes , plus more for topping

White Chocolate Ganance:

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 6 ounces white chocolate wafers or bar (if using a bar, finely chop)

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs and melted butter.
  • Press crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9 inch spring form pan. Place in refrigerator to firm up while preparing filling.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add red food coloring and stir to combine.
  • Fold in whipped topping and crushed peppermint candy until completely combined.
  • Spread filling evenly into prepared cookie crust. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  • To make the white chocolate ganache, in a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until boiling.
  • Remove from heat and stir in white chocolate until completely melted. Set aside to cool.
  • Pour over chilled cheesecake and lightly spread with a spatula. Top with more crushed peppermint candy, if desired.
  • Refrigerate until firm.

Notes

Adapted from my No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake.
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By Gayle | November 28, 2016

Comments

  1. Manali@CookWithManali says

    November 28, 2016 at 5:41 am

    such a pretty cheesecake Gayle, love that it's no bake and perfect for the holidays! :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 6:52 am

      Thanks for the cheesecake love, Manali!
      Reply
  2. Megan - The Emotional Baker says

    November 28, 2016 at 5:54 am

    Oh my gosh!! Christmas movies are the best! I love your top 5 and will have to rewatch them this season :) & I've been watching Hallmark nonstop. Just like I'll be eating this pie nonstop ;) What a perfect treat for the holidays!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 6:52 am

      Yay for Christmas movies! Thanks for the kind words, Megan!
      Reply
  3. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

    November 28, 2016 at 6:24 am

    Sounds like a slice of heaven! I'd love to curl up on the couch with a piece of this pie and a good Christmas movie! We've watched The Grinch and Home Alone already this week!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 6:53 am

      Cheesecake and Christmas movies definitely sound like a plan to me. And the Grinch is such a good movie, too! :) Thanks, Blair!
      Reply
  4. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    November 28, 2016 at 6:45 am

    A countdown to Christmas in OCTOBER?! I'm like you, love me some good Christmas tv time, but in October? No ma'am.. waaaay too early! Does that make me a grinch ?? ;) Anyways, I am swooning over this no bake cheesecake, Gayle!!! So festive and fun!! Not to mention over the top YUM! Boy is obsessed with oreos, and I am obsessed with white chocolate, so I love that you have something for both of us in here! Plus, show me the person who doesn't love peppermint!! Love it! Pinned! Cheers, girlfriend!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 6:54 am

      Thank you, Cheyanne! Peppermint and white chocolate seem to go so well together, especially when oreos are involved! :)
      Reply
  5. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says

    November 28, 2016 at 7:02 am

    Oh, girl, I love those movies and Christmas Vacation is my fave!! My brother gave the family each one of those moose egg nog glasses a few years ago and every Christmas eve we watch the movie....and many times even before that. I could watch over and over and over. I agree....things seems to be coming around a lot earlier this year. Even seems as thought the neighbours have lights up extra early. Not us yet! I don't like to put things up too early. I absolutely love cheesecake and this one is perfect. It looks so pretty and festive and I love that it's no bake. We have a get together coming up in a couple of weeks and this would be perfect to make. That white chocolate ganache sounds so good! Pinned, of course. Hope you have a wonderful week :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 7:03 am

      Isn't Christmas Vacation the best?! I could watch that pretty much every day! And I love those moose glasses! I got my dad one for Christmas a few years ago, but I think I need to invest in one, too! Thanks for the cheesecake love and pin, friend!
      Reply
  6. Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen says

    November 28, 2016 at 7:47 am

    I'm ashamed to admit that I've only seen half of the movies on your Christmas favorites list! I think I've got some watching to do this season. ;) This cheesecake is so festive for the holidays! And since it's so easy it's the perfect recipe for this busy time of year. I bet it would be the hit of the party!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 8:03 am

      Thank you, Kristine! No-bake recipes are a favorite of mine, especially during the holidays!
      Reply
  7. Sues says

    November 28, 2016 at 8:08 am

    Love love love the color of this! I am all about peppermint at this time of year :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 8:12 am

      Me too! Thanks, Sues!
      Reply
  8. Keri @ Fashionable Foods says

    November 28, 2016 at 8:58 am

    Yeah, I think October was a bit early too! I just started watching Christmas movies over the weekend. I haven't watched any of my favorites yet..like Elf and Christmas Vacation. And the Santa Clause. My list looks a lot like yours ;) Anyway, this cheesecake looks SO pretty, Gayle! I'm obsessed with peppermint desserts this year!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 9:03 am

      Yes, who watches Christmas movies in October?! Thanks for the kind words, Keri!
      Reply
  9. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    November 28, 2016 at 9:09 am

    I'm not really a Christmas movie fan, but I can totally get sucked into some of those Lifetime movies! I could spend the whole day on the couch watching movies and eating this cheesecake. It's so pink and pretty!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 9:20 am

      Thank you, Rachelle! I get sucked into Christmas movies and Lifetime movies all the time...that may or may not be a good thing! :)
      Reply
  10. Ashley - the recipe rebel says

    November 28, 2016 at 9:28 am

    Sooo, I have never heard of Prancer! I love Christmas movies so I think I definitely need to check that one out! Also, peppermint and chocolate and cheesecake -- that's a no brainer for me! Yum!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 12:01 pm

      You would love Prancer, Ashley! And your girls would too when they get a little older, such a cute movie. And thanks for the cheesecake love!
      Reply
  11. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    November 28, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    I loooove peppermint bark so this cheesecake is pretty much my dream. Looks so ridiculously delicious - I wish I had a big slice!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 3:53 pm

      Thanks, Rachel!
      Reply
  12. Amanda says

    November 28, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    I love the sled scene in Christmas vacation. I think that happened to a few of my relatives back in the day. ???? This cheesecake looks awesome, Gayle! I love the color. So pretty for the season. And it would definitely satisfy even my intense peppermint cravings! ????
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 3:53 pm

      That is such a funny scene in the movie! Thanks for the kind words, Amanda!
      Reply
  13. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    November 28, 2016 at 3:32 pm

    Don't forget Love Actually - happy sigh...and I do love the looks of this delectable cheesecake!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 3:54 pm

      Thanks for the cheesecake love, Kate!
      Reply
  14. mira says

    November 28, 2016 at 4:32 pm

    This cheesecake looks gorgeous! I must try it for the holidays! Love the movies that you mentioned, I'm pretty sure I'll watch them again this year! Still need to decorate for Christmas, maybe tomorrow, because we were away the weekend.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 5:16 pm

      Thank you, Mira! I hope you have fun decorating!
      Reply
  15. Kelly says

    November 28, 2016 at 5:28 pm

    Love Christmas Vacation - totally one of our favorites too! This cheesecake is so pretty, Gayle! Peppermint is so perfect for this time of year and I love that it's no bake!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 28, 2016 at 5:48 pm

      I'm getting excited to watch Christmas Vacation, such a classic! :) Thanks for the cheesecake love, friend!
      Reply
  16. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says

    November 29, 2016 at 8:19 am

    Love a good no-bake cheesecake, and I can't resist peppermint this time of year! This cheesecake needs to make an appearance at our house soon!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 29, 2016 at 8:34 am

      Thanks for the kind words, Jessica!
      Reply
  17. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    November 29, 2016 at 9:44 am

    I am with you! I can't get enough of the Christmas movies! Last year, around this time, I accidentally stumbled upon Hallmark... I became immediately hooked! And now my family laughs at me but I don't care! (hahah) The story lines just pull you in! We start the season with Miracle on the 34th, then Elf on Thanksgiving night...and then all the rest! I love no-bake cheesecake ...this is so perfect for this time of year!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 29, 2016 at 7:57 pm

      Those Hallmark movies just suck you in! :) Thanks for the cheesecake love, Annie!
      Reply
  18. Lauren Cermak says

    November 29, 2016 at 1:35 pm

    This cheesecake is so festive and pretty Gayle! I love love love your movie list! I need a slice of this cheesecake, my fuzzy blanket, Christmas tree lights on, and my own favorite Christmas movie White Christmas!! Oh man does this need to happen!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 29, 2016 at 1:57 pm

      Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by, Lauren! Yay for Christmas traditions, right? :)
      Reply
  19. Ashley@CookNourishBliss says

    November 29, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    haha I love Christmas movies too Gayle!! I literally watched four Christmas movies yesterday (I had minor toe surgery in the am) and my husband wouldn't let me hear the end of it! But seriously, it was the best! Anyway! This cheesecake sounds sooo good! So festive!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 29, 2016 at 5:33 pm

      Hope your surgery went well, Ashley! And that's awesome that you were able to relax with some movies. Thanks for the cheesecake love!
      Reply
  20. Marcie says

    November 29, 2016 at 4:51 pm

    There are so many holiday shows that I love, and the Home Alone movies are some of them! This is a great recipe to kick off the holiday season too -- peppermint, chocolate, and cheesecake is a combination I could never resist. I love how festive this is!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 29, 2016 at 5:34 pm

      Thank you, Marcie! This cheesecake is hitting the spot! :)
      Reply
  21. Demeter | Beaming Baker says

    November 30, 2016 at 7:13 am

    Christmas Vacation is the BEST!!! Okay, I have to hear more classics (yes, classics haha) on your top Christmas movies list! Erik and I are totally holiday movie fanatics too. In fact, we both MUST watch Christmas Vacation every year, at least twice, or else it just won't be a true Christmas. ;) But yeah, starting the Christmas movies in October is a bit much... Whatever happened to Halloween? Haha. Anywho, this cheesecake is just incredible, G! I mean, peppermint bark in cheesecake form? What could be tastier? Pinning and sharing, of course! Happy Wednesday! :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 30, 2016 at 7:39 am

      Hip, hip hooray for Christmas vacation! :) And yes to watching Christmas Vacation as many times as possible! Thanks for the cheesecake love and pin, friend!
      Reply
  22. Michelle | A Latte Food says

    November 30, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    Oh my gosh, yes to Prancer!! I adore that movie so much. I also adore all things peppermint this time of year! This cheesecake looks amazing, and I love it's gorgeous color!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 30, 2016 at 4:27 pm

      I can't wait to watch Prancer, one of the best movies! :) Thanks for the cheesecake love, Michelle!
      Reply
  23. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

    November 30, 2016 at 1:52 pm

    I get sucked into the holiday movies on the Hallmark channel every year. I don't know why. The plot and even the actors are the same in virtually every movie. lol! Love this cheesecake! It's so perfect for Christmas!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      November 30, 2016 at 4:29 pm

      Haha yes! They really are all the same, but I get sucked in, too. Thanks for the kind words, Christin!
      Reply
  24. Zainab says

    December 1, 2016 at 8:27 pm

    I am in LOVE with this!! All that peppermint from top to bottom :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      December 1, 2016 at 9:18 pm

      Thank you, Zainab!
      Reply

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