Description
Indulge in this decadent Grasshopper Cheesecake, where classic chocolate and mint flavors come together in a creamy, irresistible dessert. The green hue and rich taste make this cheesecake perfect for any special occasion, from holidays to gatherings. A showstopper that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 (15.25 ounce) package chocolate sandwich cookies with crème filling
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
Filling:
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1½ cups white sugar
- ⅔ cup sour cream, at room temperature
- ¼ cup chocolate liqueur (such as Godiva®)
- ¼ cup crème de menthe liqueur
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
Garnish:
- ½ (4.6 ounce) package crème de menthe thins (such as Andes®)
- 1 sprig fresh mint
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with 4 layers of aluminum foil.
- Pulse the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Add melted butter and ¼ teaspoon salt to the cookie crumbs. Pulse until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly over the bottom and halfway up the sides of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add sour cream, chocolate liqueur, and crème de menthe liqueur. Mix until well combined.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, until the center is set.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake to cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven, let cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with crème de menthe thins and a fresh mint sprig.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the liqueurs with peppermint extract.
- Add mini chocolate chips to the filling for a chocolatey texture.
- Use a graham cracker crust for a more traditional base.
