CANDY CANE CHEESECAKE

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This pepperminty cheesecake says "Christmas" at first sight and first bite. The recipe earned me a dairy producer's scholarship. Now, it regularly wins compliments at seasonal parties and teas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons vanilla or white chips
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Red liquid or paste food coloring
Crushed peppermint candy and whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the first three ingredients; press onto the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan. Chill. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add flour and mix well. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating just until blended. Stir in sour cream. Set aside. , In a small saucepan over low heat, melt vanilla chips. Remove from the heat. Add 1/4 cup cream cheese mixture, extract and a few drops of food coloring; mix well. Pour half of the remaining cream cheese mixture over crust. Top with half of the peppermint mixture; swirl with a knife. Repeat layers. , Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes longer or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan; cool 1 hour longer., Refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, remove sides of pan. Garnish with crushed candy and whipped topping if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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