Description
Indulge in the rich and refreshing flavors of Grasshopper Cheesecake, a delightful treat that combines the classic taste of mint and chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mint chocolate syrup
- 1/4 cup green food coloring
- 2 cups whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (162°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and mint chocolate syrup, mixing until combined.
- Fold in heavy cream and green food coloring until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Top with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger mint flavor, increase the amount of mint chocolate syrup.
- This cheesecake can be made a day in advance for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg