Peppermint Chocolate Layered Dessert
This Peppermint Chocolate Layered Dessert combines rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint in a creamy, multi-layered treat that’s perfect for the holidays or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package chocolate cookies, crushed
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Combine crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch pan to form the crust.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Whip the heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold half into the cream cheese mixture.
- Stir peppermint extract into the remaining whipped cream.
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust, then layer with the peppermint whipped cream.
- Drizzle melted chocolate chips over the layers, then sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top.
- Repeat layers if desired, ending with a dusting of cocoa powder.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set before serving.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, garnish with fresh mint leaves or serve with a dollop of whipped cream.